Solar-Macro-Alage Based Biogas Hybrid System for Future Offshore Installation

O. Sulaiman Olanrewaju¹, S.A. Kader² and W.B Wan Nik³

1,2 Marine Technology Center, University Technology Malaysia, Skudai, UTM Skudai, 81310 Johor, Malaysia. 3Faculty of Science and Technology, University Malaysia Terengganu, 21030 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, Malaysia

DOI : http://dx.doi.org/10.13005/bbra/1159

ABSTRACT: Marine algae biomass energy source is increasing getting approval from policy maker and community. Beside production of seaweed for biomass energyhas potential economic benefits in Malaysia. Prototype plantations have been deployed in coastal areas and therefore are competing for limited space with other shoreside activities such as recreation and industry. If seaweed can be cultivated in relatively deeper waters away from populated areas, production may be expanded using larger areas not presently exploited for other purposes. Prototype systems aquaculture plantations have so far relied on ad hoc, field developed mooring systems, rather than engineering design principles. Such systems may not be sufficiently reliable for deepwater deployments, where repairs are more costly and resources are scarce. Considerable experience and hands-on knowledge has been obtained, the design concepts can be used as a basis for further improvements. The paper describe integrative approach to ocean energy by combining capability of solar and biogas.

KEYWORDS: Alternative energy; Sustainability; Hybrid; Solar; Biomass; Energy

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