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I am happy to say that Pyroproducts successfully build its first mobile pyrolysis unit that can be used to convert waste biomass into biochar and wood vinegar. The technology is carbon negative providing a way to lower carbon dioxide emissions and help fight climate change. The products are versatile in their respective use and promote circular economy and sustainability. Website (SLO): https://pyroproducts.si/ #climatechange #pyrolysis #sustainability #circulareconomy #technology

Latest Publication Alert in the Journal of Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy# In our quest to advance a cleaner environment and sustainable system, we unveiled an innovative approach to tackling heavy metal contamination in landfill leachate. Magnetic biochar nanocomposite was synthesized from oil palm fronds, demonstrating a highly efficient method for removing copper (II) ions from wastewater. With an impressive adsorption capacity of 63.45 mg/g and a 96.3% removal efficiency, this biochar proves to be a sustainable and cost-effective solution for addressing toxic metal pollution. The magnetic biochar can be reused efficiently, maintaining 85.92% of its adsorption capacity after five cycles. ✅ This research opens new possibilities for wastewater treatment using renewable biomass waste, contributing to cleaner, safer water systems. This breakthrough not only addresses environmental pollution but also highlights the potential of biochar nanocomposites for broader industrial applications. https://lnkd.in/dxXFYqts #Sustainability #WastewaterTreatment #EnvironmentalProtection #CleanTech #Biochar #HeavyMetals

Rural communities hold the key to a greener future . By turning agricultural waste into valuable biomass pellets, we're not just creating cleaner energy we're building local jobs, empowering rural economies, and fueling a sustainable future. From the fields to the factories, every step of the process opens doors to new opportunities.   #QualityBio #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #SustainableLiving #BiomassPellets #BiomassBriquettes #GreenEnergy #CarbonReduction #RenewableEnergy #RenewableResources #circulareconomy #carbonneutral #SustainableFarming #BiomassCofiring #Netzero #GreenEnergy #ChooseGreen #PelletProduction #BriquetteProduction #BiomassConversion #Nationalbiomassmission #bioenergy #GreenRevolution #BiomassRevolution #BiomassTransformation #SustainableFuture #Ecofriendly #Sustainability #EnergyEfficiency #ClimateAction #CarbonNeutral #GlobalWarming

Top learnings from "All About Biochar Course" by International Biochar Initiative: 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹: Biochar 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝟲% 𝗼𝗳 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆, 𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘅𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝟯 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗢𝟮 or the total emissions of 803 coal-fired power plants in one year. 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿: Biochar is a solid material obtained from the carbonization thermochemical conversion of biomass in oxygen-limited environments. Technically, it is produced by the thermal decomposition of organic material (biomass such as wood, manure, or leaves) under limited oxygen supply and at temperatures around 300°C-700°C. 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹: Biochar has a minimum removal potential of 10% in over 25 countries, primarily in Africa, South America, and Eastern Europe. It can reduce carbon emissions by over 30% in Eswatini and more than 20% in Malawi, Argentina, and Ghana. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗶𝗼𝘅𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗹 (𝗖𝗗𝗥) 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱'𝘀 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗮, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀, 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗹, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮, who can leverage biochar for sustainable emissions reductions. 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝘆𝗿𝗼𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗬𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝘀: To maximize yields in pyrolysis, the process should be designed to operate at lower temperatures, as this enhances the quality and quantity of the products. Higher pressures are also beneficial, as they can improve the yield and quality of the desired outputs. Ensuring longer vapour residence times can lead to better product yields. A slower heating rate allows for more controlled pyrolysis reactions, improving overall efficiency. Lastly, utilizing larger particle sizes can contribute to a more efficient and higher-yield process. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗿𝗲 & 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿: A 2022 study found that composting manure with 𝗯𝗶𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝟳𝟵% compared to composting without it. 𝗣𝗮𝗱𝗱𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗲 & 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿: Biochar, particularly that made from rice straw, has shown promise in reducing methane emissions. 𝘈 2011 𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘺𝘴𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘥𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘸 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘰𝘪𝘭 𝘪𝘯 𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘥𝘥𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝟵𝟭%. #removal #carbonfinance #biochar #learning #skill #environment #saveearth #climatechange #earth #ghg #ghgmitigation Neufin

Microalgae-Based Wastewater Treatment: A Circular Approach for Sustainability and Carbon Capture Harnessing the power of microalgae in wastewater treatment is a game-changer for sustainability. 🧪The process begins with a Pure Culture Maintenance Lab, feeding into both indoor and outdoor inoculation ponds, where nutrients, CO₂, and water facilitate algae growth. 📍Algae in the cultivation pond treats wastewater while absorbing CO₂. The harvested algae undergoes centrifugation, separating biomass from water. Final treatment involves membrane separation for higher solids concentration. 🧪💧The resulting biomass can be stored or further processed, while the treated water can be recycled, completing a circular, eco-friendly system. 🌏 Not only does this model efficiently treat wastewater, but it also provides an opportunity for carbon credits through CO₂ sequestration and waste valorization. 👉This approach represents the future of sustainable industries, blending wastewater treatment, carbon capture, and resource recovery into one holistic process. #CarbonCredits #MicroalgaeTech #Sustainability #WastewaterTreatment #CircularEconomy #ClimateAction #algae #microalgae

How to reach high performance with low #environmental impact? TR-EEcell is Trocellen's bio-based foam, it is made of raw materials derived from biomass. The environmental benefits of biomass are many, including: - Reduction of the use of non-renewable fossil resources in favor of regenerative (plant-based) raw materials - Fight against climate change: the life cycle analysis of bio-based plastics shows significant CO2 savings compared to virgin plastics. The significant reduction of CO2 occurs in the growth phase of plants, when they store carbon dioxide by removing it from the air. Discover more 🍀 https://buff.ly/3XvZlt6 #biobased #sugarcane #sustainability #treecell #trocelleninsulation #foam

Innovative Wastewater Treatment with Microalgae | Proalgaetech 🌿 At Proalgaetech , we’re transforming wastewater treatment with the power of microalgae! Our cutting-edge solutions utilize Chlorella vulgaris and Nannochloropsis oceanica to efficiently treat saline and industrial wastewater, removing harmful pollutants while capturing carbon. Our unique approach focuses on: 💧 Eco-Friendly Treatment: Using microalgae to naturally purify wastewater, reducing Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) and other contaminants. 🌱 Sustainability: Not only are we cleaning water, but we’re also capturing carbon, making our process an essential tool in climate change mitigation. ⚗️ Byproduct Innovation: We’re turning algae biomass into valuable products like biofuels, fertilizers, and animal feed, creating a circular economy. 🌍 Global Applications: Proalgaetech’s solutions are suitable for various industries, including municipal wastewater management and industrial effluents, ensuring cleaner water for a healthier planet. 🚀 Next-Generation Technology: Our team of researchers is continuously innovating to optimize algae growth, carbon capture, and resource recovery. Join us in revolutionizing wastewater treatment and contributing to a greener, more sustainable future! 💡 Learn more about our groundbreaking projects at www.proalgaetech.com #Microalgae #WastewaterTreatment #Sustainability #CarbonCapture #GreenTechnology #Proalgaetech #AlgaeInnovation #EcoFriendly

This is an informative post touching on the "global mass of man-made materials". It helps to put things into perspective. We recommend also reading the comments below with more insightful information. https://lnkd.in/esJYeDAj

Here's the global mass of man-made materials which exceeds total biomass. This confirms that we're using a lot of materials, so reduction, reuse and recycling are wise. It also shows that anyone claiming that plastic is the main cause is not being truthful with us. Plastic is a portion of the thin yellow line and usually the option that uses least material and causes least impact according to scores of life cycle studies. Let's create a better future by starting with solid evidence, not internet myths. #plastics #environment #materials E. Elhacham et al., Global human-made mass exceeds all living biomass, Nature, Vol 588, p442, December 2020

Do you know which materials we are using?