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

How Does a Poultry Waste Biogas Plant Work

poultry waste biogas plant

Anaerobic digestion of poultry litter is a sustainable way to manage poultry industry waste. Poultry litter is one of the best raw materials for the production of biogas. Infact, the biogas potential of poultry manure is better than that of cow manure and sewage sludge. In this article, we will… Continue reading

5 Effective Commercial Waste Management Strategies

business waste tracking

Many businesses produce more trash than they realize and throw away materials that could be recycled or reused. Keeping track of waste can help businesses reduce costs and promote sustainability. The data collected from waste tracking is invaluable for waste management, which comes with benefits that may be surprising. It… Continue reading

What Are Biomass Gasification Power Systems?

biomass gasification systems

Biomass gasification is the combustion of biomass wastes in limited air leading to the formation of a combustible gas, known as synthesis gas or syngas, consisting of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen, methane, water, nitrogen, besides contaminants like char particles, ash and tars. Biomass gasification is an efficient way to… Continue reading

10 Small Ways to Make a Big Difference in Waste Reduction

waste reduction at home

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

7 Reasons to Recycle Used Cooking Oil

used cooking oil

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

Sustainable Food Delivery: Reducing Plastic and Food Waste

food delivery and environment

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

3 Sustainable Methods for Yard Waste Management

yard waste management

One of the great things about owning or renting a detached home, or even an attached town home, is having a piece of the outdoors that you can call your own. You can lounge in the privacy of in your back yard or grow a garden of flowers or edible… Continue reading

10 Tips to Adopt a Sustainable Lifestyle in Your Daily Routines

green lifestyle

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

Products from a Biogas Plant and Their Applications

Products from a Biogas Plant and Their Applications

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: Benefits and Challenges

anaerobic digestion process

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