Microwave pyrolysis of microalgae for high syngas production

- Microalgae and their extraction residue are great substrates for syngas production.
- Microwave-pyrolysis produces higher syngas yields than conventional process.
- Extraction residue results in higher gas yield and syngas concentration.
- Maximum syngas production is obtained with microwave-pyrolysis at 800 °C.
- Microwave-pyrolysis leads to 1.1-2.3 H2/CO ratios depending on operating temperature.