Macroalgae is a key biomass for the development of circular economy. This study analyzes the environmental sustainability of a macroalgae production and conversion system in Denmark. A brown algae model based on Laminaria digitata and Saccharina latissima is utilized as feedstock for a biorefinery system which produces bioethanol, fish feed and liquid fertilizers. A Life Cycle Assessment was conducted from cradle to grave; i.e. from cultivation and harvest of biomass, to the use phase of the products.
Original language
English
Publication year
5 May 2015
Publication status
Published - 5 May 2015
Event
SETAC : Europe - Barcelona, Spain Duration: 3 May 2015 → 7 May 2015