Techno-economic analysis and life cycle assessment of sustainable farnesene production by genetically engineered cyanobacteria utilizing carbon dioxide: A step towards commercial viability

Akhil Rautela; Indrajeet Yadav; Agendra Gangwar; Preeti Yadav; Sanjay Kumar

doi:10.1039/d5va00445d

January 1, 2026Environmental Science AdvancesOpen Access

Techno-economic analysis and life cycle assessment of sustainable farnesene production by genetically engineered cyanobacteria utilizing carbon dioxide: A step towards commercial viability

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The aim is to assess the techno-economic feasibility and environmental impact of producing farnesene using genetically modified cyanobacteria from CO2.
Conducted a life cycle assessment (LCA) to measure environmental impacts.
Performed techno-economic analysis to evaluate costs associated with farnesene production.
Utilized carbon dioxide as a feedstock for cyanobacterial bioengineering.
Farnesene production via engineered cyanobacteria shows reduced carbon footprint compared to traditional methods.
Techno-economic viability indicates potential for cost-effective commercial applications.
Life cycle assessment highlights the sustainable benefits of utilizing carbon dioxide.

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Investigates sustainable farnesene production in cyanobacteria, suggesting commercial viability.

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scalating atmospheric carbon dioxide from anthropogenic activities, notably fossil fuel combustion, deforestation, and industrial processes, represents a significant global challenge, impacting climate, ecosystem, and human health. CO2 is a prominent...

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