How does fermentation stress affect plant profitability? – Through the study of industrial ethanol production
Like all biochemical processes, we can evaluate fermentation performance using the following 3 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): productivity, yield and titer. These 3 KPIs have a direct impact on industrial ethanol production cost and thus plant profitability. All fermentation stresses leading to an impact on one or several of these KPIs will also impact plant […]
What is cellulosic ethanol? Production, challenges & opportunities of 2G ethanol
Cellulosic ethanol, also referred to as “2G ethanol”, “second-generation” or “advanced biofuel” is ethanol produced from a plant fiber called cellulose. Cellulose makes up the cell wall of plant cells, it is a polymer consisting of glucose molecules linked in a long chain, often with various chemical modifications. Humans and most domestic animals cannot digest […]
Industrial fermentation: its contribution to the bioeconomy and renewable chemistry
In 2021, the equivalent of 1.7 planets has been used to satisfy our production and consumption needs. Faced with these observations, many industrial sectors are reconsidering their methods in sourcing, production, or transport to develop more sustainable and sounder ecosystems.
The Green Lab, a place of knowledge and expertise
In the heart of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where Lesaffre holds its Industrial Pilot Plant, the Green Lab was established in December 2017. Since then, we have been carrying out lab scale fermentation trials, driving optimization efforts in propagation and fermentation to improve yield and productivity, and studying stress factors affecting fermentation, with the ambition of […]
Sustainable materials – strong corporate ambitions driving innovation
Numerous industrial groups are setting ambitious goals to reduce their environmental footprint. Most often, this involves reducing their GHG emissions, but some go further by aiming for 100% sustainable production.
How to choose the right ethanol yeast for your process?
Yeast is a key element in industrial ethanol production and each cell functions like a microscopic production unit, transforming fermentable materials into ethanol and several co-products, such as CO2 and glycerol. Much like in a production unit, selecting the right ethanol yeast is a critical technological decision that will directly affect your production efficiency and profitability. An ethanol yeast adapted to […]
Success story – 10 years of collaboration with the Catalysts Group in India
India is the third largest petroleum consumer in the world. Growing population and rapid socio-economic development has spurred an increase in car transportation and gasoline consumption. Given limited domestic energy resources, most energy requirements are met through imports. That’s why since 2003, the Government of India mandated the use of 5% ethanol blend in petrol […]
Deep dive into the world of yeast
Yeast is a key element in various industries, including the production of industrial ethanol, baking, and the fermentation of beverages. But do you know the specificities of this microorganism? Understanding its characteristics and functions helps appreciate how it has been a cornerstone of production processes for centuries. Let’s explore the fascinating world of yeast, its […]
High school students in rural area discover the beet ethanol industry
As part of a partnership project with a high school in the north of France, Leaf participated in introducing teenagers to industrial beet processing into various products. The students in the school’s science classes were involved in a “Science Festival” project, the theme of which this year was “Man and Nature”. With a focus on […]
Sibabrata Mukherjee joins Leaf as Technical Service Representative India
It gives us immense pleasure to welcome on board Dr Sibabrata Mukherjee, who has joined Lesaffre on March 2020 at Bangalore as Technical Service Representative India for Leaf Business Unit and shall be catering in industrial ethanol distilleries across India. In his role, Sibabrata will lead the technical services in India which includes visit customers […]