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

5 Creative Ways To Repurpose Old Furniture For Modern Spaces

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Creative home updates feel exciting, especially when personal style meets smart choices. Many people look for ways to repurpose old furniture for modern spaces because fresh décor does not need a big budget. Old pieces often have strong frames and interesting shapes that newer items lack. Simple changes like sanding,… Continue reading →

How to Upcycle Your Old File Cabinets Into Garden Planters

DIY planter from old file cabinets

Upcycling is a good way to lessen the amount of clutter you have in your basement or garage or wherever it is that you store old stuff that you don’t have use for anymore. It’s what many people do nowadays when they’re doing a remodeling project at home on a… Continue reading →

How to Make Your Business More Sustainable: 7 Effective Ways

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As a responsible business owner, turning your business green is one of the best things you can do for your brand, employees, and our planet. Of course, sustainability might sound scary and difficult at first, but you don’t have to push yourself to make every single change possible at once…. Continue reading →

Solid Waste Management Situation in Sweden: Perspectives

waste recycling plant in sweden

Sweden is considered as a global leader in sustainable waste management and in the reduction of per capita carbon footprint. The country consistently works to lower its greenhouse gas emissions, improve energy efficiency and increase public awareness. Over the past couple of decades, Sweden has developed methods for repurposing waste,… Continue reading →

6 Simple Ways to Reduce Food Waste at Home

food waste at home

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 →

10 Small Ways to Make a Big Difference in Waste Reduction

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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 →

Biogas in Agriculture Sector in India: Challenges to Overcome

a biogas plant in rural india

Although the conversion of agriculture wastes – cattle dung and crop residues –  to biogas and digested slurry is an established and well-proven technology in India, it has been under-used, probably because until recently, firewood was easily available and chemical fertilizer was relatively affordable to most of the farmers in… Continue reading →

Waste Management for Small Businesses: Tips and Tricks

waste management strategy for businesses

Sustainability is becoming a growing concern among the general public, and both individuals and companies have begun to take the necessary steps to reduce their carbon footprint and diminish their greenhouse gas emissions. It’s not as simple as it sounds, however, and there are many things you need to take… Continue reading →

Biomass Power Plant Logistics: Things to Know

Biomass Power Plant Logistics: Things to Know

Biomass power plant logistics include all the unit operations necessary to move biomass wastes from the agricultural farm or biomass plantation to the biomass power plant and to ensure that the delivered biomass feedstock meets the specifications of the biomass conversion process. The packaged biomass can be transported directly from… Continue reading →

Future of Advanced Biofuels: Opportunities and Challenges

advanced biofuels

As the push for sustainability gains momentum, advanced biofuels have emerged as a beacon of hope—offering a cleaner alternative to traditional fuels while addressing greenhouse gas emissions. But how do these biofuels stand up in terms of market viability and policy support? The Rise of Advanced Biofuels Conventional biofuels, also… Continue reading →