Cultivation and Characterization of Cardoon for Biofuels
Author Information
Author(s): Grammelis Panagiotis, Malliopoulou Anastasia, Basinas Panagiotis, Danalatos Nicholas G.
Primary Institution: Institute for Solid Fuels Technology and Applications/Centre for Research & Technology Hellas
Hypothesis
Can Cynara cardunculus be effectively cultivated for solid biofuel production in the Mediterranean region?
Conclusion
Cynara cardunculus can be used as a solid biofuel of acceptable quality under certain conditions.
Supporting Evidence
- Cardoon can produce high biomass yields with minimal inputs.
- It can be cultivated without agrochemicals, reducing environmental risks.
- Cardoon's biomass has a high calorific value, making it a promising biofuel.
- Field experiments showed cardoon can yield over 25 tons per hectare with irrigation.
Takeaway
Cardoon is a tough plant that can grow well in dry areas and can be turned into biofuel, which is good for the environment and farmers.
Methodology
Field experiments were conducted to analyze the growth and combustion behavior of cardoon under various conditions.
Limitations
Limited information on growth and biomass productivity under different soil-environmental conditions.
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