About Salman Zafar

Salman Zafar is the CEO/Founder of BioEnergy Consult, and an international consultant, advisor and trainer with expertise in waste management, biomass energy, waste-to-energy, environment protection and resource conservation. He has successfully accomplished a wide range of projects in the areas of biogas technology, biomass energy, waste-to-energy, recycling and waste management. He is a prolific environmental writer, and has authored more than 2000 popular articles in reputed journals, magazines and websites. Salman can be reached at salman@bioenergyconsult.com

Biomass Energy Sector in India – An Overview

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Biomass energy accounted for 13% of India’s final energy consumption in 2023. By 2030, this share is projected to rise to as much as 45%, making India one of the world’s fastest-growing biomass energy markets. According to the International Energy Agency’s projections, India will account for more than one-third of… Continue reading

3 Tips To Make Your Office Eco-Friendly

3 Tips To Make Your Office Eco-Friendly

One of the latest terms in office procedures and office setup is “Eco-friendly” and “Sustainable”. That broad term refers to items, practices, procedures and standards that do not harm the environment. It applies to everything from printer paper to cloud computing. What are Eco-Friendly Products and Practices for Offices? While… Continue reading

A New Shade of Green: A Guide to Sustainable Homes in 2026

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With the growing need for environmental care, homeowners have started to get more sustainable. After you move into your new home, there are sustainable lifestyle choices you can adopt in 2026, according to your financial capacity as well as your need for sustainability. Budget-friendly, Sustainable Homes Sustainability has become a… Continue reading

7 Practical Ways to Make Your Home Sustainable

It’s apparent how we’re slowly destroying our planet Earth. As we’re gradually contributing to environmental degradation, we now have the responsibility to care for the environment and save mother Earth. That’s why there has been a strong call for sustainability among all sectors involved in recent years. In business, sustainability… Continue reading

6 Effective Ways to Deal With Electronic Trash

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The world is full of electronic goods of all shapes and sizes. From old computer monitors and desktop PCs to ancient cell phones and miscellaneous cables and peripherals. A significant amount of electronic trash ends up in landfill sites, where it lies buried under mountains of garbage. Electronic waste doesn’t… Continue reading

9 Ways to Transition to a Zero Waste Lifestyle

9 Ways to Transition to a Zero Waste Lifestyle

The idea of a zero waste lifestyle has become increasingly popular in recent years. It entails aiming to generate no more waste to save the planet. How does this work? Well, all the trash that humans generate ends up in landfills. These huge dumpsites are incredibly harmful to the environment…. Continue reading

Food Waste Management in South Korea: Lessons to Learn

Food Waste Management in South Korea: Lessons to Learn

South Korea has transformed food waste from a nuisance into a resourceful cycle with the help of technology, community involvement, and behavioral change. Every year, South Koreans throw away nearly 5 million tons of food, but thanks to a robust national system, almost none of it truly goes to waste…. Continue reading

The Why and How of Sustainable Rice Farming

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Rice has been around for an extremely long time. You can trace its origin back thousands of years. It’s filling, versatile, and many cultures use it as a staple. Most people do not spend much time thinking about rice farming, though. They might buy rice at their local grocery store,… Continue reading

6 Ways To Reduce Waste For Greener Living

plastic water bottle being thrown in the bin

Nowadays, people are constantly looking for ways to reduce waste and promote a greener way of living. If you’ve been feeling passionate about going green, but don’t really know how to, then check out the following tips on how to reduce waste for greener living: 1. Opt for Reusable Containers… Continue reading

Eco-friendly Gardening: How to Start Recycling in the Garden

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Starting a garden is a great way to give back to the earth, but if you are not careful, gardening can produce a lot of unnecessary waste. Thankfully, there are ways to intentionally reduce and reuse everyday objects while tending to your garden. The best place to start recycling in… Continue reading