| Day 1 [ Monday, 25 Feb 2013 ] |
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08:00
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Morning Registration
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09:00
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Chairman’s Introduction
Datuk. Paduka Syed Isa Syed Alwi, Managing Director
Algaetech International Sdn Bhd
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09:10
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Implementation of the Saudi Arabia Biorefinery Algae project
- identify algae species native to the Saudi Arabia coastal waters
Radhouan Ben-Hamadou, Associate Professor
Centre of Marine Sciences (CIMAR) / Algarve Centre of Marine Sciences (CCMAR)
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09:40
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Developing systems-based tools towards optimizing algal metabolism for increased lipid production
- avoiding contamination in large scale ponds
- isolation and screening of suitable algae strains
Kourosh SALEHI-ASHTIANI, Associate Professor of Biology
New York University Abu Dhabi
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10:20
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Discussion followed by Coffee
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10:50
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Saline algae culture for biofuel production
Navid Moheimani, Professor
Murdoch University
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Developments on Algae Higher Value Added Products
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11:20
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Overview on Culture of Dunaliella salina for induction and extraction of B-carotene in Kuwait
Tawfiq Saleh Abu-Rezq, Research Scientist
Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR)
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11:50
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South Africa - Production of Omega 3 Fatty Acid EPA & High Value Added Products from Microalgae
Dheepak Maharajh, Science Innovation Leader
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
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12:20
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First Commercial Spirulina Project in Jordan: Obstacles and Success
Sami Y Kamal, General Manager
BioEnergy Tech Co
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12:50
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Discussion followed by Lunch
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Project initiatives in the region
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14:00
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Converting Algae Biomass to Energy Products in the UAE
- Potential for Scaling up
a) the different feeds and enhancers
b) algae species
c) water quality and consumption
d) location of the pilot relative to the feed source.
- different product lines from the algae including testing of the algae biodiesel on test engine and bus
Yousef Al Hayek
United Arab Emirates University (UAEU)
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14:30
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Egypt
- Feasibility of Egyptian algae isolates and potentialities of some freshwater microalgae grown in outdoor open ponds as renewable resources for biofuels,animal feed and organic fertilizers.
Mohammad Abdel-Hamid, Associate Professor
University of Mansoura
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15:00
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Strategic Context of Qatar Advanced Biofuel Platform
-cyanobacterial and microalgal strain selection - strain characterization -fuel optimization - demonstration facility -pre-commercial pilot plant and large scale trials - comparative methods for outdoor growth
Qatar University
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15:40
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Discussion followed by Tea
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16:10
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Bio-remediation of Industrial Waste Streams for the Sustainable Production of Valuable Products and Environmental gain.
Enrico Bombardieri, Executive Director
MBD Energy Limited
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16:30
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Membrane Separation & Concentration Technology for Harvesting Algae
Doug Dilillo, Global Marketing Lead Industrial Biotechnology
Pall Corporation (HQ)
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17:30
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Final Discussion. End of Day 1
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18:00
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Networking Reception for All Speakers & Delegates 18:00 - 19:00 |
| Day 2 [ Tuesday, 26 Feb 2013 ] |
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09:00
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Chairman’s Remarks
Mr. John R. Benemann, CEO
MicroBio Engineering, Inc.
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09:10
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Direct Conversion of Algal Oils to Jet and Diesel Fuels
Mark Reno
UOP Ltd
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09:40
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Using produced water from oil & gas to cultivate algae
Paul Laur, CEO / President
Eldorado Biofuels, LLC
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10:10
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Discussion followed by Coffee
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10:40
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Isolation and characterization of microalgae strains from the United Arab Emirates for biofuels and other high value chemicals.
Hector H. Hernandez, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering
Masdar Institute of Science and Technology
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11:10
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Co-Production of Biofuels and Value-Added By-products from Algae
Prof. Dr. Robert M. Baldwin, Professor of Chemical Engineering
Masdar Institute of Science and Technology
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11:40
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Microalgae Bioindustry: from lab to demo scale. AlgaEnergy Case Study and its next milestone, the Biorefinery concept.
Bernardo Llamas, Adjunct Professor
Algaenergy SA
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12:10
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Final Discussion. End of Conference.
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Separately Bookable Workshop Algae and CO2 Capture
(Process Economics & Cultivation Efficiency) 26 Feb 2013, Tuesday 14:00 - 17:00 hrs. |
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14:00
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Introduction
Navid Moheimani, Professor
Murdoch University
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14:40
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Techno-economic analysis on the carbon capture technologies available
Credits for flue gas, Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCM), Sahara project
Keith Whiriskey, Senior Executive
The Bellona Environmental CCS Team (BEST)
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15:20
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Discussion followed by Tea Break
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15:50
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Developing and evaluating approaches for managing the variable nature of both CO2 emissions and algal growth rates/CO2 uptake
-Past, current projects using flue gas CO2 sources to grow algae, status, outcomes.
Mr. John R. Benemann, CEO
MicroBio Engineering, Inc.
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16:20
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Effects of various flue gases on algae production and co-product quality
- Do microalgae biomass systems need addition of CO2 for high productivity? - Flue gas contaminants and effects on algae productivity and products
Murdoch University
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16:40
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Advantages & barriers of co-locating algae pond with CO2 industrial sources
- Processes of capturing and utilizing flue-gas CO2 for algae production, - Economies of scale vs. decentralized production: parasitic losses in CO2 transport
Murdoch University
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17:00
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Final Discussion. End of workshop
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| Day 3 [ Wednesday, 27 Feb 2013 ] |
| Optional Site Visit to Masdar Institute and the Algae Research Laboratory |
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08:00
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Depart Hotel Lobby
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09:30
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Arrive Masdar Institute
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Tour for 2 hours
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12:00
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Depart Masdar
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13:30
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Arrive back to Hotel
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Tour of Masdar Institute and the Algae Research Laboratory Masdar Institute and the Algae Research Laboratory are located on the grounds of Masdar City, one of the world’s most sustainable communities for technology. Masdar City is an emerging global hub for knowledge, business, research and development. Located 17km from downtown Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Masdar City positions companies located here at the heart of this global industry. Masdar City not only embodies Abu Dhabi’s commitment to a sustainable future but also is pioneering best practices in sustainable urban planning, design, development and operation. During your visit you will tour Masdar City, learn about Masdar’s sustainability efforts and how Masdar Institute plays an integral part of the realization of that vision. In addition, you will tour the Masdar Institute’s Algae Research Laboratory, see the facilities, and learn how research in the laboratory is identifying and developing native algae strains to bolster the emerging algae industry in the UAE. |
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