Algae: Simple seaweed or major fuel source?

July 1, 2010 - 06:30 — glbm

 

TOLEDO, OHIO - Algae is often considered to be unwanted residue found at the bottom of rivers, lakes, and ponds. However, there might be much more value to this material than you think. One local not-for-profit organization finds itself in the middle of a new research project, looking at ways how some simple seaweed could reduce our carbon footprint.

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