Biofuels come in many different forms, with different chemical compositions and, consequently, create different emissions when they are burnt in an engine. Variations in chemical composition may be natural effects of the feedstocks within legal standards, or evidence of non- [....] » Read More
In Africa, biomass is primarily used in the form of wood and charcoal for heating and cooking (WBA, 2020). South of the Sahara Desert, wood fuels and charcoal account for more than 90% of the traditional biomass used in energy production (Smeets et al., 2012). In 2019, Africa was [....] » Read More
Effluent coming from distilleries is have very high COD that is dangerous to climate. Disposal of liquid effluent from distilleries is a very big challenge. We have developed a technology to extract cleanfuel like Renewable Natural Gas and very high quality liquid Biofertlizer fr [....] » Read More
A multi bio-fuel complex is a facility that produces multiple types of biofuels from various feedstocks designed to embody the principles of the circular economy by efficiently converting biomass and organic waste into renewable fuels and other valuable products to create a more [....] » Read More
The safe valorization of heavy metals (HMs)-contaminated biomass from phytoremediation sites is challenging because it necessitates a certain strategy for the safe disposal of the contaminants. Hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) presents a promising thermochemical method to treat H [....] » Read More
Biological methanation (BM) is a sustainable technology for methane (CH?) production, utilizing microbial metabolism to convert hydrogen and carbon dioxide. As a key component of Power-to-Gas (PtG) systems, BM facilitates energy storage and greenhouse gas mitigation by integratin [....] » Read More
This work aims to foster the deployment of biogas valorisation technologies by decreasing operating costs (OPEX) treating anaerobic digestate and biogas, as well as to decrease their pollutant emission. A disruptive circular approach that intensifies the biowaste-water-energy nex [....] » Read More
The insertion of biogenic raw materials into conventional refineries is a promising option to increasing the green carbon content of traditional fuels and products. Co-processing low carbon footprint bio-oils with petroleum derivatives can be a faster way to decrease greenhouse g [....] » Read More
Bio-based fuels are increasingly recognized as crucial solutions for mitigating carbon emissions and facilitating the transition to sustainable energy systems. This study focuses on enhancing two prevalent thermochemical biomass conversion pathways and establishes a comprehensive [....] » Read More
In our research to carry out an economic analysis of the most feasible way to obtain biodiesel from algae, we consider that not all types of Microalgae give the same results, in the process environmental conditions such as light, temperature, ionic concentration, pH and other fac [....] » Read More
Biological methanation is a promising approach for converting CO? and H? into CH? by leveraging the metabolic activity of specialized microbial communities. This study investigates the performance of two trickle-bed reactors (TBR1 and TBR2) under different operating pressures, wi [....] » Read More
Obtaining diesel range oil from coal pyrolysis is not a new concept and South Africa relies on 95% crude oil product imports. This is due to immature development of the coal synthetic oils technologies. On the other hand, South Africa is suffering with accumulation of waste(unusa [....] » Read More
Modeling is widely used to understand anaerobic digestion (AD) and predict biogas production. However, the modeling of electrical voltage (EV)-applied reactors has been scarcely explored. This study introduces two strategies to enhance the predictability of biogas production rate [....] » Read More
Industrialization being advanced from the 18th century has improved a lot of material affluence, and has polluted and/or destructed the original quality of nature in the processes of extracting resources from nature, and producing/ distributing/ consuming goods and services. The [....] » Read More
Continuous exploitation of fossil resources and increasing energy consumption have urged the worldwide scientific community to look for a new alternative renewable feedstock for the production of bio-based materials, fuels, and chemicals. In view of this, a newly developed transg [....] » Read More
The environmental benefits of biogas technology are often highlighted as a valid and sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. Together with the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, biogas can improve energy security, thanks to its high energy potential. As a renewable ene [....] » Read More
The study investigates methods to enhance the production of biomass, lipids, and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in Schizochytrium sp. MTCC 5890 using chemical modulators. Three modulators - sesamol (Ses), 6-benzylaminopurine (6-BAP), and ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) - were [....] » Read More
Malaysia ranks as the world's second-largest producer of palm oil, significantly contributing to the global supply of edible oil. The industry generates substantial volumes of palm oil mill effluent (POME), which presents considerable potential for bioenergy production. FGV H [....] » Read More
Title : Revolutionizing bioplastics with yeast cell factories
Susan Newman, Integrated Lipid Biofuels, United States
Welcome to the future of sustainable food packaging! Integrated Lipid Biofuels introduces a groundbreaking innovation in the biotech world with our novel yeast cell factory, designed to produce biodegradable and compostable PHB bioplastic. This isn't just any bioplastic&mdash [....] » Read More
Title : Green hydrogen: Driving sustainable aviation's future
Sanjeev Gajjela, Tomato Sustainables LTD, United Kingdom
Green hydrogen is emerging as a vital solution for decarbonising the aviation industry, showcasing significant potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This study examines the latest advancements in green hydrogen technologies and their applications for sustainable aviation. [....] » Read More
Title : Energy transition and neo-industrialization in Brazil - Windows of opportunities
Suzana Borschiver, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, UFRJ, Brazil
In a scenario where climate change has been a topic of much debate, there is concern about mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and the demand for more excellent energy supply. This impasse has been discussed through a gradual transition of the global energy matrix, considering th [....] » Read More
Title : Machine learning-enabled techno-economic and environmental analysis of succinic acid production from biodiesel byproduct glycerol
Diego Andres Ordonez, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
This study establishes a machine learning (ML)-enabled framework for a comprehensive techno-economic analysis of bio-based succinic acid (SA) production using glycerol derived from biodiesel production. The primary objective is to optimize the minimum product selling price (MPSP) [....] » Read More
Title : Fermentation of Opuntia ficus indica under different temperatures to increase methane production
Simon Gonzalez-Martanez, Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico, Mexico
The cladodes or “leaves” of a cactus, Opuntia ficus indica, are a typical human food in Mexico. The production reached almost 900,000 ton/y. Approximately 5% gets lost during manual harvesting because the cladodes do not comply with commercial standards. Opuntia is bi [....] » Read More
Title : Synthesis and performance study of biomass derived supercapacitor electrode for energy storage
Manoj Tripathi, Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, India
The capabilities of biomass derived electrodes and their use in the field of energy storage is a promising area of research. Commercial (Industrial) activated carbon is expensive and has adverse effect on the environment. Switching from industry based activated carbon to biomass [....] » Read More
Title : Effect of charcoal addition on coke properties: A low-emission integrated steelmaking process
Sachchit Kumar Majhi, Tata Steel Limited Jamshedpur, India
The iron and steel industry is one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases, accounting for around ~ 8% of global CO2 emissions. One way to reduce these emissions is to use charcoal, a carbon-rich material derived from the pyrolysis of biomass, as a substitute for coal in the [....] » Read More
Title : Structural analysis of glycoside hydrolase family 43, beta-xylosidase and its complex with xylose from mesophilic Pseudopedobacter saltans
Poorvi Vishwakarma, All India Institute of Medical Science, India
In bioethanol production, enzymatic saccharification of lignocellulosic biomass is cost limiting step. Therefore, to reduce the production cost of bioethanol, the structural insights of new efficient Carbohydrate-Active enZYmes (CAZy) with high catalytic efficiency, productivity, [....] » Read More
Title : A study on sustainable feedstock utilization: Decentralized biofuels supply chain for rural development in India
Aryaman Jakhar, Delhi Technological University, India
India, as one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, faces a significant challenge in meeting its energy demands. Despite its natural resources, the country relies heavily on petroleum-based fuels for its transportation sector, with around 88% of fuel requirements importe [....] » Read More
Title : Investigating the tribology and anti-wear properties of diesel-vegetable oil blends
Alireza Shirneshan, Islamic Azad University, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Normal lubricants such as petroleum, coal, and natural gas are limited and will continue to deplete due to high fuel consumption worldwide; therefore, bio-lubricants can be considered as alternatives. In this presentation, we examine the lubrication and anti-wear properties of di [....] » Read More
Title : Bioleaching of metals from cellphones batteries by a co-fungus medium in presence of carbon materials
Khashayar Partovi, Iran Standard & Quality Inspection Co., Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Today, the increased rate of electronic portable devices has led to an unprecedented amount of electronic waste. The mass production of the new generation of batteries, such as lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries used in the electronic devices releases a high volume of [....] » Read More
Title : Biogas production from codigestion of palm oil milling effluent and cowdung: Performance evaluation and prediction modeling
Nsah-ko Tchoumboue, University of Buea, Cameroon
Palm oil production are growing every day, by means of increasing the production but also providing more problems to the environment due to lack of waste management. In fact, Palm oil Mill Effluent (POME) are the most dangerous wastes due its highly water and soil pollution eff [....] » Read More
Title : Biodiesel production: Enhanced lipid productivity and biosynthesis gene response of indigenous microalgae under different nutrient conditions
S'fiso Thuthukani Gumbi, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Microalgae have great potential as biodiesel feedstock, primarily due to their rapid growth rates and higher lipid yield. To enhance the total production of neutral lipids, it is crucial to optimize the microalgae growth parameters by inducing abiotic such as nutrient starvation [....] » Read More
Title : Enhancing soil fertility, crop yields, and climate mitigation through scalable biochar production: A pilot study
Sohail Manzoor, National Rural Support Programme, Pakistan
Biochar, a carbon-rich material derived from the pyrolysis of biomass, offers significant potential for enhancing soil fertility, improving crop yields, and mitigating climate change. This study presents a pilot project conducted by NRSP in South Punjab, Pakistan, supported by [....] » Read More
Title : Waste plastic upcycling via solvothermolysis: A pathway to bio-oil and carbon-rich solid production
Zulqarnain, Korea Institute of Energy Research, Korea, Republic of
The rapid increase in plastic consumption and waste generation has emerged as a critical environmental issue, affecting all forms of life. Consequently, growing research efforts are being directed toward converting waste plastics into valuable resources. One promising approach is [....] » Read More
Title : Biodiesel production: Enhanced lipid productivity and biosynthesis gene response of indigenous microalgae under different nutrient conditions
S'fiso Thuthukani Gumbi, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Microalgae have great potential as biodiesel feedstock, primarily due to their rapid growth rates and higher lipid yield. To enhance the total production of neutral lipids, it is crucial to optimize the microalgae growth parameters by inducing abiotic such as nutrient starvation [....] » Read More
Title : Unraveling the effect of pH-responsive gene elements on cellulase production in the filamentous fungus Penicillium funiculosum
Ayushi Goyal, International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, India
A rapid increase in energy demand alongwith continuous price and depletion of fossil fuels has necessitated the need to explore alternative channels of energy generation for every growing economy. Lignocellulosic biomass, from agricultural landwaste, is an abundant feedstock for [....] » Read More