The National Non-Food Crops Centre (NNFCC) promotes the use of renewable energy, feedstocks and materials in sectors such as energy, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and construction. These factsheets provide concise information on the work of the Centre and investigate a wide range of topics including:

  • bioethanol
  • biodiesel
  • renewable feedstocks for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries
  • renewable building materials
  • natural insulation products
  • land-use issues

The factsheets are useful when teaching topics such as sustainable development, biotechnology, design and renewable energies.

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The UK Biofuel Supply Chain 2008

From the National Non-Food Crops Centre, this factsheet looks at the sources and supply of biofuels in the UK. It describes:

  • how biodiesel and bioethanol are produced
  • blends of biofuels used in vehicle fuels
  • sources and biofuel production in the UK
  • greenhouse gas emission...

Vegetable Oil and Biodiesel Production

From the National Non-Food Crops Centre, this factsheet looks at the production of vegetable oils and biodiesel for vehicle fuels. The factsheet gives information on the benefits of using bio-derived oils and also the economics of production. It also provides information on the use of biofuels.

Did You Know What Plant Oils Are Used For?

From the National Non-Food Crops Centre, this factsheet looks at the uses of oils derived from plant materials. This includes:

  • soaps and detergents
  • healthcare
  • beauty products
  • feedstocks for the chemical industry
  • lubricants
  • fuel.

Anaerobic Digestion

From the National Non-Food Crops centre (NNFC), this factsheet reviews the potential of anaerobic digestion technology and its suitability to UK farming and waste systems. The factsheet describes the application of anaerobic digestion (AD), which is the conversion of organic non-woody material in the absence of...

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