Bangchak plans to test algae-based sustainable aviation fuel at its Phra Khanong refinery in Bangkok. (Photo: Bangchak)
Thailand’s energy giant Bangchak is broadening its renewable energy footprint. Its bio-based subsidiary BBGI (Bio-Based Green Innovation) announced a THB 2 billion (USD 61.6 million) investment in developing bio-LNG. The company is also partnering with government agencies to explore the production of algae-derived sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Turning wastewater into renewable with lower-carbon bio-LNG
Amid global decarbonization efforts, Bangchak sees growing demand for biofuels. BBGI plans to use wastewater generated from its ethanol and methyl ester production processes, converting it into biogas through anaerobic fermentation before refining it into bio-LNG. Compared with fossil-based LNG, bio-LNG has a smaller carbon footprint.
