Direct and Indirect Applications of Nanotechnology in Biomass Energy Production in Algeria

70% of renewable energy will be included in Algeria energy mix in 2030. The target of renewable energy plan on solar, wind, geothermic and biomass is to replace the fossil fuel.  The Algeria biomass energy potential is formed by solid wastes, date palm, crop wastes and forestry residues. Integration of renewable energy into agricultural sector is necessary because the rural areas need biomass for cooking and lighting. 238 million hectares of Algerian grazing lands are neglected that can be used for energy purposes. There are different technologies to convert biomass to renewable energy but the contribution of nanotechnology is limited. This study reports direct and indirect applications of nanotechnology in the production of bioenergy and the technical problems that tackle this energy to compete with fossil fuels.