energy sustainability

South America has a great potential for biofuel production due to its vast agricultural lands and climatic conditions. The availability of plant material or animal waste enables the production of biofuels. This leads to environmental and economic impacts. Biofuels go through processes depending on the type of biofuels used. They either undergo fermentation or transesterification. […]

Solar energy is a type of renewable energy harnessed from the sun using various technologies. This energy is then used in heating water, generating electricity and powering several devices. South America enjoys the benefits of solar energy due to its high solar irradiation in several areas. Many South American countries like Chile, Peru and Brazil