Harmful emissions discovered in potential biofuel candidate, raising environmental concerns.
The study looked at harmful components produced when di-n-butyl ether is burned as a potential biofuel. Fossil fuels are the main energy source worldwide, leading to high CO2 emissions. Using biofuels like DBE could help reduce CO2 emissions. DBE is a good biofuel option for diesel engines, but it creates harmful oxygenated components like aldehydes and acids when burned.