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4 Conclusion

The algal biodiesel could be a better option to replace the fossil diesel, but to make
any policy for the algal biodiesel, there is a need for more in-depth analysis with
multiple scenarios and more realistic data, at least pilot-scale data required to draw
any solid recommendation. The impacts of algal biodiesel production could be
minimized by utilization of co-products and by-products generated during various
steps, within the system.

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