Welcome to our Q&A series, where our exceptional team addresses key questions about the NIAGARA project: its innovations in advanced biofuels, scientific and technological breakthroughs, and its transformative impact on the European Union’s energy landscape.
Today, we speak with Marwa Ourak, Research and Development engineer from GazoTech (GAZO).
How do you believe the NIAGARA project contributes to advancing the development and adoption of sustainable biofuels?
“The NIAGARA project converts biogenic waste and microalgae into advanced biofuels through a circular and sustainable approach. Gasification technology, which we’re in charge, plays a crucial role in transforming these biomasses into syngas, a key component for producing sustainable fuels. This process enhances energy and economic efficiency, supporting biofuel adoption while addressing environmental challenges.”
What industries or sectors could benefit the most from the results of NIAGARA’s work?
“The NIAGARA project benefits industries like transportation, energy, and chemicals by providing advanced biofuels for decarbonization. Waste management and agriculture also gain through resource recovery and new markets for residues, while policymakers can leverage the results to promote sustainability initiatives.”
What unique expertise does GAZO bring to the NIAGARA consortium, and how does this enhance the project’s impact?
“We bring expertise in gasification, ensuring efficient conversion of biogenic waste into syngas. This enhances NIAGARA’s efficiency and supports its goal of scalable, sustainable biofuel solutions.”
What role do advanced biofuels play in reducing the EU’s carbon footprint, and how does NIAGARA accelerate this process?
“Advanced biofuels help reduce the EU’s carbon footprint by providing low-emission alternatives to fossil fuels, especially in hard-to-decarbonize sectors like aviation, shipping, and heavy transport. NIAGARA accelerates this transition by developing efficient, circular processes to convert biogenic waste into sustainable fuels. Gasification plays a key role in this by transforming complex biomasses into syngas, a crucial intermediate for producing advanced biofuels at scale.”
Stay tuned as we continue exploring the groundbreaking work of the NIAGARA project in upcoming articles.
