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Innovation Center of Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy , Belgrade , Serbia
Department of Technological Engineering, Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Priština - Kosovska Mitrovica , Mitrovica , Kosovo
Department of Technological Engineering, Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Priština - Kosovska Mitrovica , Mitrovica , Kosovo
Department of Technological Engineering, Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Priština - Kosovska Mitrovica , Mitrovica , Kosovo
Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts , Belgrade , Serbia
This scientific work aims to evaluate the life cycle of biodiesel, using the method of environmental impact and sustainability analysis. Biodiesel is a biofuel obtained by processing vegetable oils or animal fats, which can be used as a substitute for conventional diesel, due to its renewable nature and lower impact on greenhouse gas emissions. However, biodiesel production can also have certain negative impacts on the environment and society, such as land use, water consumption and emissions of other gases. Understanding the environmental impacts associated with this specific feedstock is essential to assess the overall viability and sustainability of biodiesel production from vegetable oils and waste animal fats. This paper uses a life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology to analyze biodiesel. LCA is a systematic approach that enables the quantification and assessment of environmental impacts during all phases of the life cycle, including production of raw materials, processing, distribution, use and disposal. In this research, LCA will be applied to identify and assess the impacts of biodiesel on several key categories, such as greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, water use and land use. The results of this study are expected to provide deeper insight into the overall environmental and sustainability impact of biodiesel. Based on the LCA analysis, it will be possible to identify key points in the life cycle of biodiesel where improvements can be implemented and negative impacts on the environment can be reduced. Life cycle assessment of biodiesel production from these feedstocks will provide valuable insight to policy makers, researchers and stakeholders involved in the renewable energy and waste management sectors.
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