Bio-based Fuels & Chemicals (other than seaweeds)
Title of Process/ Know-how/ Product/Design/Equipment
Microbial synthesis of polyhydroxyalkanoate, a bio-polymer, utilizing Jatropha biodiesel by-products
Application/Uses/Problem being addressed
Salient Technical Features including Competing Features/ Impact
TRL Level & Scale of Development:
TRL 4
Process has been validated at laboratory scale
Business scope & opportunity (in terms of scale, cost, market etc.):
Biodegradable plastics would have a significant demand in the coming days
Environmental Considerations:
- The process is eco-friendly
- Replace fossil-based plastics
Status of Licensing:
Not yet licensedStatus of Commercialization:
Not applicableMajor Raw Materials Needed
Chemicals and Solvents.
Major Plant Equipment and Machinery Required
1 KL Fermenter, Glass reactors, Distillation unit
Techno-Economics
Available at request
Technology Package
Collaboration sought to improve yield
