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
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
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 : Human impact on natural environment and its implications
Dai Yeun Jeong, Asia Climate Change Education Center, Korea, Republic of
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
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 : Overall benefits of biochar, fed to dairy cows, for the farming system
Sara Tahery, The University of New South Wales, Australia
Biochar has been used as a feed supplement for dairy cattle to improve both livestock and soil health. The co-application of animal manure mixed with a porous biochar into soil also offers multiple agronomic and economic benefits by providing plant essential nutrients and reducin [....] » 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 : 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 : 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 : 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 : Unlocking canada’s carbon-negative energy: A geospatial analysis of bioenergy with carbon capture and storage from agricultural residues
Diana Lucia Zaraza Pena, University of Toronto, Canada
This study investigates the potential of siting bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) facilities to maximize carbon-negative energy production across Canada’s Prairie provinces. Focusing on agricultural residues from wheat, barley, and oats this research evaluat [....] » Read More
Title : From waste to resource: Exploring the double-edged benefits of contaminated biomass in biochar production
Piotr Cichy, Silesian University of Technology, Poland
In recent years, the significance of biochar as a fertilizer and soil improver in sustainable agriculture has increased. It is claimed to improve the physicochemical properties of the soil, particularly by providing and retaining nutrients, increasing water holding capacity and i [....] » 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