The idea of creating a sustainable oil economy is more necessary than the worry of if oil is running out! Working with a research group, Roger Ruan, co-director of Minnesota University’s Center for BioRefining transforms solid biomass and wastes into burnable gas – i.e. synthesis gas, liquid bio-crude and solid residue.
Chris Paola, a professor of geology and geophysics and director of the University’s National Center for Earth-surface Dynamics says, “The issue isn’t whether oil is running out, but rather how much people are willing to pay for it.” Assisting in locating oil by finding sand and sediment deposits, for several years, Paola has been working with five oil companies.
Via: mndaily
