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

A Deep Dive Into Biomass Supply Chains

A Deep Dive Into Biomass Supply Chains

Imagine a world fueled by renewable energy, where the air is cleaner, and the planet is healthier. Bioenergy is a key player in this vision, but how does it all come together? This exploration of biomass supply chains will unveil the critical steps that make biomass-based fuels a viable alternative,… Continue reading

Bidadi Waste-to-Energy Plant in Bengaluru: Promise and Challenges

Bidadi Waste-to-Energy Plant in Bengaluru: Promise and Challenges

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

How To Start Your Recycling Journey: Points to Consider

how to start recycling

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

Family-Friendly Ways to Recycle and Reduce Waste

waste reduction for kids

With global warming and overflowing landfills becoming a more pressing problem, many people are taking the personal responsibility to reduce their waste. By reducing waste in the first place and recycling the trash that you do produce, you can do your part to help the environment. But are there ways… Continue reading

Ethical Consumerism: Current Status and Future Perspectives

ethical consumer

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

Bio-Hubs: The Key to a Sustainable Biomass Supply Chain

biomass storage facility

In the world of biomass supply chains, a bio-hub is much more than a physical location. It’s a strategic nerve center that connects biomass feedstock to the markets and industries that need them. In the global push toward a greener economy, understanding the role and business model of bio-hubs is… Continue reading

Kanda Biomass Power Plant – An Overview

kanda biomass power plant

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

Bamboo as a Biomass Energy Resource: Perspectives

bamboo biomass

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

Biochar – Origin, Production and Applications

origin of biochar

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 – A Sustainable Alternative to Fossil Fuels

a biomethane fuel station

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