Algae are an economical choice for biodiesel production, because of its availability and environmental friendly properties.
Considerable amount of biodiesel can be produced from macroalgae.
Due to greater biomass and sediments Cladophora sp. proves, a better choice for biodiesel production than Oedogonium sp. and Spirogyra sp.
Biomass after oil extraction may be used for livestock, ethanol production and also in paper making.