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Essay / Analysis: Palm oil is everywhere - 1502
In Thailand, bunches of fruit must be transported from the plantation to the mills and refineries located in Krabi province. The Thai government is using palm oil-based biodiesel to become more sustainable. They are trying to reduce dependence on imports and improve the country's energy security. After analyzing the life cycle of methyl ester production, it was found that the three main energy consumptions are transportation, fertilizer and methanol. There should be a reduction in the amount of fertilizer. Biodiesel should be used instead of diesel and fossil fuels, which are often used, in a more environmentally friendly way. There should be non-fossil fuels to produce methanol. There should be effective use of co-products, including fibers and hulls, to improve overall energy production (Pleanjai and