PRODUCTION OF BIODIESEL FROM PALM KERNEL OIL USING FeO PROMOTED NaOH CATALYST THROUGH TRANSESTERIFICATION

Key Points

• Biodiesel production increased efficiency with the use of FeO promoted NaOH catalyst, highlighting its effectiveness.
• The transesterification process showed significant improvement in biodiesel yield with optimal catalyst concentration.
• Analysis utilized a specific transesterification method to evaluate the reaction kinetics and biodiesel quality across varying temperatures.
• This research indicates potential for scaling up biodiesel production, contributing to more sustainable energy resources.