What factors need to be considered in selecting algae for biofuels?
• Key factors to consider when selecting algae for biofuel production are: lipid and carbohydrate content, growth rate and environmental conditions. Lipid and carbohydrate content, the foundation of biodiesel and ethanol production, must be balanced with growth rate (the amount of biomass produced in a given amount of time). Environmental conditions should be considered to determine which species would thrive in the algae system locations.
