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"Globally, research is done at universities, funded by governments, foundations or well wishers. With this kind of support in the biogas sector in Kenya, we would be 5-10 years ahead on the knowledge we have now; valorisation and various uses of bio slurry. We would like support for R&D to enhance innovation and product development. Secondly, awareness creation is very low in our local communities highlighting the need to disseminate and encourage knowledge sharing, capacity building and training to enhance sensitization. We also require support from the government on standards and quality to save end users from suffering losses from acquisition of sub-standard quality products. From Development partners, there is a gap at financial institutions, there is a need to set up a special facility that will cater to farmers needs, freeing biodigester companies from financing end users, with companies channeling towards enhancing innovations to advance sector growth." By Eng. Madrin Maina, Sistema.bio / Sistema Biobolsa at the ABC Event. #ABC #BIOGAS #CleanCooking

IWA was pleased to hold its highly successful Specialist Group conference on anaerobic digestion in September this year in #Istanbul, #Türkiye. Marking its 18th edition, the event served as a key platform for the exchange of the latest ideas and knowledge in this rapidly evolving field. With the theme 'Bridging Waste to Value through Anaerobic Digestion,' IWA AD18 explored how #AnaerobicDigestion has transformed from a cost-effective waste treatment method into a crucial approach for resource recovery. The conference emphasised its significant role in advancing global #sustainability. Chaired by Professors Hale Özgün and M. Evren Ersahin, the event brought together leading scientists, practitioners, and policymakers to discuss innovations in biogas production, nutrient recovery, and circular economy approaches. These discussions focused on the crucial impact of anaerobic digestion in addressing waste management challenges and its potential to deliver sustainable solutions globally. In his keynote address, IWA Executive Director Kala Vairavamoorthy highlighted the importance of anaerobic digestion in aligning with the global sustainability agenda. He pointed to its potential to mitigate #ClimateChange, reduce environmental impact, and enhance #resilience in both urban and rural communities. For his reflection of the event, read this article: https://lnkd.in/dcgWMQf4 İzzet Öztürk, Ismail Koyuncu, Jules Van Lier, Henri Spanjers, Bing Guo, Yadira Bajón Fernández, Shilva Shrestha, PhD, Büşra Çiçekalan Selin Özkul, Jorge Rodríguez R., ITU, MEMTEK Araştırma Merkezi - Research Center, İTÜ Lisansüstü Eğitim Enstitüsü ITU EN3LAB

🌍 Unlocking Sustainability with SynBio Africa 🌍 At SynBio Africa, we’re committed to addressing Africa's critical challenges through #synthetic #biology, and the #Sustainability #Compass is a powerful reminder of the interconnected pillars we need to uphold for a balanced, sustainable future. From Wellbeing and Nature to Society and Economy, each element contributes to a holistic approach to sustainability, guiding us towards impactful solutions. Our latest initiative focuses on transforming waste—municipal solid waste, agricultural residues, and industrial byproducts—into #renewable #biochemicals and #biofuels. This endeavor not only tackles waste management but also contributes to #carbon #reduction and #renewable #energy production, thereby supporting the #Economy with new #jobs and Nature by preserving #biodiversity. 🔄 Through innovative #bioprocesses, we’re turning waste streams into valuable resources, creating a #circular #carbon #economy that strengthens Society by promoting sustainable urban living and ensuring cleaner environments, benefiting Wellbeing with improved air quality and overall health. Join us on this journey to reshape Africa’s #bioeconomy, fostering a future where #innovation and #sustainability go hand-in-hand. Together, we can build a resilient #ecosystem that supports both people and the planet. 🌱 #Sustainability #Bioeconomy #biofuels #CircularEconomy #RenewableEnergy

EUSUSO-Denmark (European Sustainable Solutions) ApS and REnergy Dynamics (RED) have joined forces to enhance methane yield and accelerate Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) production in India through a strategic collaboration. Leveraging advanced Danish bioenergy technology under the India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership, they aim to introduce state-of-the-art CBG plants utilizing the CELLEBRIQ pre-treatment system. Developed by Dr. Torben Andreas Bonde, this system optimizes anaerobic digestion by processing agricultural residues like paddy straw, significantly reducing volume and boosting methane yield by 16-18%. Kushagra Nandan and Varun Karad of RED and Lars Rosgaard of EUSUSO underscored the partnership's commitment to sustainable technology solutions and importing Danish innovation to India's bioenergy market, signaling a transformative leap in CBG production and sustainability practices. #CBGProduction #Bioenergy #SustainableTechnology #GreenPartnership #IndiaDenmark #CELLEBRIQ #startup77

Towards a carbon circular economy and Net Zero emissions by 2030.

🔬 The Crucial Role of Feasibility Studies in Microalgae Projects 🔬🌿 Investing in a robust feasibility study for microalgae projects is key for success: 📍 Assess technical viability to ensure project feasibility and desired outcomes. 📍Analyze economic and financial viability for securing funding and financial sustainability. 📍 Evaluate environmental impact to align with sustainability goals and identify eco-friendly practices. 📍 Conduct market research to understand demand, competitors, and target customers for product differentiation. 📍 Identify risks and mitigation strategies to minimize challenges for project success. Embrace algae's power with thorough feasibility studies for economically viable, environmentally sustainable, and market-ready projects. Let's move forward wisely! 🌊🌍 #Microalgae #Biotechnology #FeasibilityStudy #EconomicViability #Sustainability #Innovation #GreenTech #Biofuels #Nutraceuticals #WastewaterTreatment

Yesterday it was announced that Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC) would receive $6.6-million through the AgriScience Program - Clusters Component under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. The Bioproducts Cluster will develop specialized technologies that turn renewable resources, such as agricultural residues, into useful bioenergy, biofuels, and biomaterials like ethanol and biodegradable plastics. Additionally, we have learned that as part of the cluster, a project in Alvinston will receive funding to work on novel or new soil amendments for growing various crops using residue materials. Bioindustrial Innovation Canada has been a critical stakeholder in the development of the Sarnia-Lambton Hybrid Chemistry Cluster, and investments like this from the Federal Government will go a long way in supporting continued development of clean, green, and sustainable chemistry innovations and technologies not just in Sarnia-Lambton, but across Canada. https://lnkd.in/dbgWT_M6 #innovation #SarniaLambton #bioindustrial #Bioproducts #sustainable #chemistry #biofuels #bioenergy #BIC #hybridchemistry #Lambton #research

Cleantech and Biotech innovation comes in all shapes and sizes, and in lots of interesting use cases.... Two companies in particular are showcasing algae's remarkable potential. 🦠 Firglas is scaling up the production of microalgae to create high-quality, sustainable biomass in production scale volumes. A UK origin company with facilities based in Spain, enabling them to gorge on all that mediterannean sunlight, while co-located with access seawater and desalination facilities. Nannochloropsis products, as either wet paste or dry powder, suit applications in nutraceutical and cosmetics, alongside volume biomass feed for aquaculture hatcheries - a huge sector to manage sustainably and as efficiently as possible with increasing pressure on resources. Additionally active compounds like Omega-3 oils and beta-carotene provide high value extractions to the biotech sector. Meanwhile, Swedish Algae Factory is exploring the unique properties of diatom algae with their product, Algica. It can be used in skincare to moisturise, protect against pollution, and as SPF enhancement. It's also a valuable material in renewable energy, as it helps improve solar panel efficiency by at least 4% in Si-solar and in Dye Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSC) by up to 36%, leading to significant gains in energy capture - innovation, testing and validation continues in that area. This just goes to show that although algae may be microscopic, its potential to drive sustainable solutions and impact across various industries is immense. #biotech #Cleantech #AlgaeTechnology

Nordic bioeconomy leaders, ready to expand? 🚀   The future of business is green and sustainable, and the Nordic companies have a huge potential in bioenergy, biofuels, biomaterials, and biomolecules. However, being only present on their domestic market is not enough to ensure their survival and expanding in Continental Europe is essential for them. But how to choose the perfect location? It is important to take root in the right market, to benefit from talent & skills and find the site that meets your expectations. You can find those 3 prerequisites in Hauts-de-France.   We’ve got the answer! Join our exclusive webinar co-hosted with Business France Nordics to discover why the Hauts-de-France Region is the perfect launchpad for your bioeconomy ambitions in Europe!   📅 Save the date: November 28th, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM   What’s on the agenda? 🌱The history of Northern France regarding bio-economy ♻️The recent & future significant projects as well as a focus on Re&Upcycling 📋The expectations towards companies willing to set up in this field in our region   And that’s not all! 🎤 Hear directly from two successful companies who’ve already made their mark in Hauts-de-France.   👉 Interested? Check the comments for the registration link!   #bioeconomy #sustainability #NordicInnovation #Biofuels #Biomaterials #Bioenergy

⚠️ Including fertilizers and pesticides when cultivating medicinal plants can generate adverse effects in the herbal products and extracts manufactured, and later used by consumers. 🗑️ Furthermore, growing medicinal plants produces high amounts of plant biomass waste. Led by Bianka Siewert and Simone Moser from Universität Innsbruck, in collaboration with Anzhela Galstyan of University of Duisburg-Essen, Lukáš Spíchal of Palacký University in Olomouc, Sheridan Lois Woo of Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II and Veronika Huntošová of Univerzita 'Pavla Jozefa Šafárika' v Košiciach, Project VALOR-LIGHT tackles the above challenges by offering organic, self-sustaining agricultural methods that enhance product quality and prioritise safety by design. Through this project, they aim to: ☀️ Explore the implementation of decentralized modular water treatment systems powered by solar energy 🌿 Assess the feasibility of using predominantly biobased nanomaterials like plant fibers, agricultural waste, algae, etc. ⚙️ Leverage state-of-the-art, sustainable manufacturing techniques to create such systems. Project VALOR-LIGHT is one of the seven projects selected to receive funding in Aurora's first Call for Incentive and Collaborative Research Projects launched in February 2024. This annual call is undertaken within the framework of the Aurora 2030 programme. It aims to offer opportunities for young and established academics to further enhance research cooperation within Aurora universities. Find out more 👉🏼 https://lnkd.in/eSfzS3TK #Aurora2030 #CallForResearch #Biotechnology