Sustainable biodiesel production from Ceiba pentandra (Kapok): a scientometric and technological assessment with performance, emission insights, and future challenges.

ABSTRACT: Ceiba pentandra (Kapok) has gained significant attention as a promising non-edible feedstock for biodiesel production, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuels. The review provides a comprehensive analysis of the potential of Ceiba pentandra as an efficient biodiesel producer, including various aspects of cultivation, oil extraction, conversion processes, and future development. A scientometric analysis highlights the growing research interest in this area, while the geographical distribution and requirements of the plant site are discussed to illustrate its global availability. The review also discusses Ceiba pentandra's adaptability and growth potential in diverse environments, its oil extraction methodologies, and its suitability for biodiesel production. It evalua

SUBMITTER: Sudalai S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12743407 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature