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
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
Minerals play a fundamental role in modern society, providing essential raw materials for infrastructure, technology, and everyday products. From the metals in our smartphones to the minerals used in renewable energy systems, nearly every aspect of modern life depends on these re [....] » Read More
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
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
Wheat straw is one of the most abundant agricultural residues in the world and can be used for production of energy carriers, e.g. methane through anaerobic digestion (AD). In previous studies, stable co- digestion of steam-pretreated wheat straw (PWS) and combined sewage sludg [....] » Read More
Bio-oil presents a significant opportunity to reduce fossil carbon emissions by up to 70 % during the production of renewable products. Co-processing bio-oil in fossil refining processes can diversify the energy matrix, aligning with the goals set forth by the Paris Agreement for [....] » 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Lantana camara, among the world’s most aggressive invasive species, currently infests over 44% of India’s forested landscapes, displacing native flora, altering ecosystem dynamics, and impeding biodiversity conservation. Conventional eradication strategies are ecologi [....] » Read More
Aggravation of environmental problems and growth of prices for energy resources have caused considerable interest in the technology of bioconversion of organic waste for energy production. In addition, the transition of livestock and poultry farming to an industrial basis and 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
This study will investigate a hybrid heating system for residential applications, integrating advanced technologies including steam reforming of biogas (SRB), high-temperature proton exchange membrane fuel cells (HT-PEMFC), a water heat pump (WHP), and thermal storage. Biogas wil [....] » 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 aviations 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 : 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