From eyesore to asset: How a smelly seaweed could soon fuel cars

Published On Nov 24, 2024, 7:09 PM

A team of Caribbean scientists has successfully demonstrated a vehicle powered by bio-compressed natural gas made from invasive sargassum seaweed, wastewater from rum distilleries, and sheep dung. The initiative, led by Dr. Legena Henry at the University of the West Indies, aims to transform the problematic seaweed into a valuable biofuel, addressing local environmental issues and potential fuel shortages. This development not only supports the local economy by reducing reliance on imported fossil fuels but also serves as a sustainable solution to the regional sargassum crisis that has affected tourism and public health. The project is seeking funding to scale operations and is viewed as potentially beneficial for other regions facing similar challenges.