Harper Government Investment Benefits Biofuels Sector
(firmenpresse) - SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN -- (Marketwired) -- 02/27/15 -- Western Economic Diversification Canada
Biofuel producers in Western Canada will soon be able to purify and convert raw glycerol more cost-effectively thanks to an investment of $538,542, announced today by the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification.
With this funding, researchers at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will be able to purchase highly-specialized equipment for the development and commercialization of new, more efficient and affordable glycerol purification and conversion technologies.
Glycerol, a by-product of processing canola into biodiesel, must be separated from biodiesel as it does not burn effectively. While raw glycerol has limited commercial value, the U of S'' purification technology could double the price that companies can charge for the substance, in turn adding more value to biodiesel production.
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"Our Government is pleased to support this collaborative project between industry and University of Saskatchewan, providing innovative technologies that will help increase the productivity and competitiveness of the biofuel and biochemical sectors in Western Canada."
"This major investment in biofuels-related research builds on an area of outstanding U of S research strength, developing new cutting-edge technologies that will benefit biofuel producers and our economy. It''s an excellent example of how we work with industrial and government partners to help find clean energy solutions that can lead to spin-off companies and new job opportunities."
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Emily Goucher
Office of the Minister
Western Economic Diversification Canada
613-954-8097
Kate Blau
Communications Officer, College of Engineering
University of Saskatchewan
306-966-7924
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