At this point, pretty much everyone is aware that plastic drinking straws are bad for the environment, namely the animals that inhabit our oceans, rivers, and lakes. But that’s just one small aspect of the global waste problem we’re currently facing. Becoming aware of the impact of straws began a… Continue reading
Recycling is an environmental industry buzzword. Cooking oil is one of the most used products around the world. However, it also is one of the most common environmental pollutants. The environmental effects of used cooking oil have been widely documented. In this article, we will discuss the top benefits of… Continue reading
And in a fast-paced digital world, food delivery services have put themselves at the forefront of urban living. Were you working late, dodging traffic or just in the mood for something out of the ordinary, services like Uber Eats, DoorDash and Grabhub offer virtual convenience. But with that convenience comes an accumulating environmental… Continue reading
With increasing environmental awareness, many individuals are striving hard to help the environment by adopting an eco-friendly lifestyle, which can be as simple as opting for a refillable water container instead of bottled water or setting up a compost bin to recycle organic wastes. In this article, we will outline… Continue reading
A biogas plant produces two main products – biogas and digestate; both can be further processed or utilized to produce secondary outputs. Biogas can be used for producing electricity and heat, as a natural gas substitute and also a transportation fuel. On the other hand, the digestate from the anaerobic… Continue reading
Biogas technology has turned the tables on conventional waste management, transforming what we discard into valuable renewable energy resources. In this post, we dive into the world of biogas, exploring its processes, benefits, and why it’s a game-changer in both energy production and climate change mitigation. What is Biogas? Biogas… Continue reading
Biomass pyrolysis is a process that not only produces syngas and bio-oil but also yields biochar – a substance that can help improve soil health. Biomass pyrolysis is a thermo-chemical conversion process which involves combustion of organic materials in the absence of oxygen. Let’s explore this innovative approach that’s shaping… Continue reading
BioCNG is a well-known and proven source of clean energy, and is witnessing increasing demand worldwide as it is one of the most cost-effective and eco-friendly replacement for natural gas and diesel. BioCNG is less corrosive than biogas which makes it more flexible in its application than raw biogas. It… Continue reading
Waste management at military facilities demands an integrated framework based on the conventional waste management hierarchy of 4Rs – reduction, reuse, recycling and recovery of energy. Waste reduction (or waste minimization) is the top-most solution to reduce waste generation at military facilities which demands close cooperation among different departments, including… Continue reading
Even the fastest growing economies often fail at effectively managing the massive quantities of waste generated. Whether you’re a homeowner cleaning up after a renovation project, or a construction company with ongoing construction site waste management requirements or a hospital generating biomedical wastes , it’s important that you’re familiar with… Continue reading