Yeast specifically oleaginous yeast can produce lipids (long-chain fatty acid esters) that can be converted into biofuel. Yeast has a faster growth rate, a shorter life cycle and therefore can be scale up, making it a viable source of renewable biofuel.
We can supply the yeast with renewable carbon sources including wastes from agroindustry for its growth. From single cells, yeast can reproduce and multiply rapidly under favourable conditions. In the process, it also produces and accumulates lipids in its cells. The lipids can be extracted from yeast cells and through the chemical process called transesterification, the lipids can be converted into biofuels, then purified as crude biofuels.
Our exhibits will showcase how we grow yeast in a bioreactor, harvest yeast cells, extract the lipids and convert it into biofuels. Visitors will discover the potential of microorganism such as yeast reduces our reliance on fossil fuels and may contributes to a greener, more sustainable future by mitigating environmental impact. Join us in embracing the power of yeast for a brighter tomorrow.
