| dc.description.abstract | The demand for biofuels, including bioethanol, continues to rise rapidly in line with
the need for cleaner and renewable energy sources.Bioethanol is considered a
promising alternative to replace fossil fuels due to its environmentally friendly, safe,
and renewable properties. However, the production of bioethanol, which is typically
derived from starch- or sugar-rich plants, poses challenges, especially regarding land
competition between food production and energy, as well as its impact on
deforestation. As a solution, the utilization of lignocellulosic raw materials, such as
palm oil empty fruit bunches (EFB), has become an attractive option. EFB, which is
rich in cellulose and hemicellulose, can be hydrolyzed into glucose and fermented into
bioethanol, providing a more environmentally friendly alternative. To support
bioethanol production, a distillation apparatus powered by electricity was designed
and built, aimed at improving the separation of ethanol from the mixture. This
distillation apparatus is designed using environmentally friendly electric heating
technology, which is expected to reduce overall energy consumption during the
distillation process. This research shows that with the right technology, bioethanol
can be produced from biomass waste such as EFB, offering economic and long-term
sustainability benefits. | en_US |
