The story of the Bidadi waste-to-energy plant in Bengaluru (Karnataka, India) feels a bit like science fiction—with a dash of everyday chaos thrown in. Operated by Karnataka Power Corporation Limited (KPCL), this Rs. 310 crore facility, formally launched in November 2024, is the first of its kind in the south… Continue reading
Millions and billions of garbage are accumulated every year. In America alone, each individual produces up to 4 pounds of waste material every day. Improper disposal of this garbage is harmful not only to you but also to everyone around you. Waste from landfills can emit greenhouse gases, pollute the… Continue reading
In an age of heightened awareness, ethical consumerism has emerged as a powerful force driving change. Ethical consumerism refers to the practice of making purchasing decisions based on considerations of social and environmental impact. This concept has gained significant momentum in recent years, reflecting a growing desire among consumers to… Continue reading
As we face urgent climate challenges, the need for biomass energy resources is paramount—and Kanda is leading the charge. Kanda Biomass Energy is a state-of-the-art biomass energy plant in Japan with power generation capacity of 75 MW. Located in a strategic transport hub, the plant symbolizes the versatility of biomass… Continue reading
Here’s something you don’t hear at your average dinner table: bamboo might be the power plant of the future. Let’s drop the assumptions and look at how bamboo, the not-so-humble grass, is being reconsidered—not as panda lunch, but as a potential game-changer in the biomass energy industry. Bioenergy is energy… Continue reading
At its core, biochar is just charcoal but not just any charcoal. Biochar is made specifically from biomass – wood, plant trimmings, leaves, or crop residues – created using a special low-oxygen combustion method called pyrolysis. Let us breakdown what that means: Biomass: Recently living organic material (wood, crop residues,… Continue reading
Biomethane is a popular renewable fuel which is finding rapid acceptance across the world. Biomethane, the upgraded form of biogas, is obtained by removing carbon dioxide, hydrogen sulphide and water vapours from raw biogas. Biomethane is less corrosive than biogas, due to the absence of CO2 and sulphur, which makes… Continue reading
The hotel industry is one of the business niches that generate the most waste around the world. It certainly makes sense from an operational point of view since guests tend to spend resources and hotels need to keep their spaces as clean as they can 24 hours a day, all… Continue reading
From on-site usage to transportation, the journey of biogas—from a simple byproduct to a versatile fuel—is compelling. Buckle up as we explore the ins and outs of storing and transporting biogas and biomethane! How is Biogas and Biomethane Produced Biogas is generated through a process called anaerobic digestion, where microorganisms… Continue reading
Autoclaving is a popular medical waste treatment method in many countries. It is done in closed chambers where both heat and pressure are applied over a period of time to destroy all microorganisms that may be present in healthcare waste before landfill disposal. Among alternative systems, autoclaving (also known as… Continue reading