Cities have been growing around the globe in the past few years. A United Nations report has estimated that about 68% of the world’s total population will be living in urban centers by the year 2050. This will see an increase of about 70% in solid waste, according to the… 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
The world is changing. We’ve come a long way from the days when the only option for fuel was the fossil-fueled version. Biofuel is one of the most attractive renewable energy sources that is making significant contribution to the global energy mix. As time progresses, we’ll see biofuels contributing more… Continue reading
With alarming statistics about impending waste increase, it is crucial we rethink our approach to waste management, especially through the lens of the circular economy. In this article, we will explore the transformative potential of waste-to-energy technologies in detail. Shaping the Future of Waste Management Understanding the Current Global Waste… Continue reading
Biofuels offer a solution to climate change that shouldn’t go ignored. In fact, the amount of biofuel used in low-carbon transport has led to increase by a factor of seven in order to prevent climate catastrophe, a recent report on 1.5C warming by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)… Continue reading
According to research, up to 50% of food grown on the planet never reaches a human stomach. Supermarkets demand ‘perfect’ produce which means much of it gets rejected at source, manufacturers continue to use ‘Best before’ dates which confuse consumers and householders are buying and cooking too much food which… Continue reading
The planet is already suffering because of questionable environmental practices. It is becoming increasingly necessary to find sustainable solutions to save the earth. Biomethane is counted among the best renewable energy sources because it is both renewable and eco-friendly. While it is not completely free of greenhouse gases, it does not… Continue reading
Smart technologies continues to transform our lives and lead to innovation in industries crucial to the earth’s ecological balance. One such sector benefiting from new inventions is waste management, which is responsible for keeping communities clean through waste removal and recycling. This sector utilizes digital tools that work together to… Continue reading
Biomass pellets are a type of biomass fuel, generally made from wastes from wood processing plants, agricultural wastes, forestry residues, bamboo etc. Pellets are manufactured in several types and grades as fuels for power plants, homes, and other applications. Biomass pellets are extremely dense and can be produced with a… Continue reading
As more and more governments and businesses are racing to find efficient and reliable solutions for providing energy, the one option that is both widely achievable on a house-by-house basis, as well as tackling two major environmental issues is turning household waste into clean fuel. We know there are already… Continue reading