Wood vinegar, a valuable byproduct of biomass pyrolysis, has gained increasing attention
due to its potential applications in agriculture, forestry, environmental sectors and other …

Cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL), extracted without chemicals or high temperatures, primarily
contains phenolic compounds and is used in pharmaceuticals and special polymers. This …

Ethiopia relies on fuelwood and charcoal for energy, but their use causes deforestation and
greenhouse gas emissions. As a major flower exporter, Ethiopia needs to manage …

Turning biomass waste into briquettes using densification techniques is one of the most
promising steps toward mitigating biomass waste pollution and fuel issues in developing …

Abstract Background In Tanzania, firewood, charcoal, and agricultural waste play a crucial
role in daily life as sources of cooking energy, especially in rural areas. Using these energy …

The aim of the study is to produce a solid biofuel of high physico-mechanical and energetic
quality from heat-treated cashew nut shells. Raw cashew nut shells are heat treated at 300° …

Electromagnetic waves (EMWs) have become an integral part of our daily lives, but they are
causing a new form of environmental pollution, manifesting as electromagnetic interference …

Composite briquettes from agricultural residues are a potential sustainable domestic solid
fuel resource. This study aimed to develop and characterize composite briquettes developed …

Rice husks are not readily biodegradable making their disposal challenging due to the
common disposal method of open burning which has negative environmental effects …

Briquettes made from carbonized agricultural residues present sustainable material
alternatives to wood charcoal and firewood for commercial and industrial applications …