Updates on power plant-algae biofuels pilot projects in Georgia and Missouri,

In Missouri, researchers from Lincoln University and the University of Georgia gave updates on algae research projects at the Chamois Power Plant in, and in Dalton, GA.

Keesoo Lee of Lincoln University updated attendees at “Algae Energy and the South” in St. Louis on a pilot project at the Chamois Power plant near Jefferson City. The project has five ponds, uses flue gas directly from the plant, and recovers heat from the flue gas to improve productivity in the winter. Associated Electric Cooperative, and Central Electric Power Cooperative have partnered with Lincoln University and Missouri University of Science and Technology on the $575,000 project.

Professor K.C. Das updated attendees on a pilot algae project with Dalton Utilities using closed photobioreactors, as well as a 250 gallon mini-raceway. The PBR testing is with a 10-unit array comprising 550 gallons. The city of Dalton has agreed to establish a 1-acre pilot to continue the research effort.

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