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LIRE has initiated a Jatropha program for gaining an understanding of the potential. An initial analysis of the material pathways has resulted in an overview of all the processes and mechanisms that have to be explored for a successful implementation of Jatropha as a source of renewable energy in Laos. From this overview 10 projects for Research & Development have been identified, which all interlink.
A document about the whole LIRE Jatropha program with description of all subprojects can be downloaded here.
To get more information, click on the sub-projects.
J1. Germplasm and propagation techniques for various purposes
Which varieties grow best under what conditions? What are the efficient propagation techniques suitable on the spot?
J2. Mapping suitable areas for planting and logistics for various operational approaches.
Which are the ecological, social and economic criteria for mapping suitability of landtypes and locations for growing Jatropha? Produce maps accordingly.
J3. Agronomic aspects of plantation management
What are the most efficient ways to operate small scale and large scale plantations?
J4. Decentralized village level production
How to fit Jatropha production into the village farming systems: Hedges, “waste” land, degraded land, erosion control, interactions in grazing/fencing, etc…? (Participatory Technology Development?)
J5. Hot oil extraction
Explore and demonstrate viability of hot extraction in Laos
J6.Transesterification and producing biodiesel for normal diesel motors
Explore and demonstrate viability of producing biodiesel in Laos
J7. Refinement and producing standard biofuel for modified diesel motors
Explore and demonstrate production of standard biofuel for Lao conditions
J8. Cold oil extraction for utilization in modified diesel engines
Explore and demonstrate cold pressed oil for use as biofuel in modified motors
J9. Motor technology for various applications
Which Jatropha fuelled motors for which applications in Laos?
J10. Profitable use of presscakes
How can presscakes be most profitably used to offset the costs of processing the fuel?
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active project
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activities planned for future
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finished project
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