Using Methanotrophic Bacteria in Methanol Production Publisher



Mohsenzadeh A¹ ; Sabati H² ; Mohsenzadeh H³ ; Zabet AH⁴ ; Asadi Kelishami NB⁵ ; Assl FA⁶ ; Bayat S⁷
Source: Comprehensive Methanol Science: Production, Applications, and Emerging Technologies: First Edition, Volume 1-4 Published:2025

Abstract

Bio-methanol is gaining attention as a fuel and feedstock for plant-based compounds, and waste biomass can be converted into bio-methanol through thermochemical and biochemical processes. Methanotrophs are bacteria that play a significant role in sequestering methane and can be used as biocatalysts for converting methanol. They can capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and enzymatically convert it into methanol, making them promising for carbon capture. However, there are challenges in scaling up production, including limited gas-liquid mass transfer and low solubility of gases in liquid media. Genetic engineering can be used to develop bacteria that can use methane as a fuel source, making the process more cost-effective. The study aims to provide an overview of bio-methanol production by methanotrophs and fill the knowledge gap for large-scale production. © 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies.