Article
Engineering, Environmental
S. Picard, M. Cambert, J-M Roger, A. Davenel, R. Girault, F. Beline, C. Rondeau-Mouro
Summary: In this study, Time-Domain Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (TD-NMR) was used to quantify the lipid contents of 48 different organic waste substrates and compared to the traditional Soxhlet extraction method. The self-calibration method using pure oils (NMR1) showed good repeatability but underestimated the lipid contents for some samples. The chemometrics calibration method (NMR2) provided accurate predictions of lipid content without the lengthy calibration procedure and demonstrated better repeatability than the Soxhlet method.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Han Wang, Ioannis A. Fotidis, Qun Yan, Irini Angelidaki
Summary: The addition of lipids leads to a severe inhibition of methane production due to the accumulation of long-chain fatty acids, while the addition of glucose does not result in significant inhibition. Furthermore, the LCFA inhibition in reactors fed with lipids can be alleviated by the use of a slow stepwise feeding strategy.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Li-Jie Wu, Xiao-Xiao Li, Fan Yang, Quan Zhou, Rui-Peng Ren, Yong-Kang Lyu
Summary: De-oiled grease trap waste is suitable for anaerobic digestion treatment. Different temperature conditions showed distinct responses to the waste, with mesophilic digestion demonstrating higher tolerance loading. Recovery of biogas production took longer in hyperthermophilic digestion compared to thermophilic digestion, with different concentrations of long chain fatty acids affecting the processes. Food waste with composite fractions was observed to be favorable for biogas production in the hyperthermophilic digester. Residual lipid concentrations were higher in the hyperthermophilic digestion compared to other conditions, indicating different responses to lipid loading. Additionally, composite substrates helped alleviate inhibition from long chain fatty acids by converting them into shorter chain length fatty acids.
PROCESS BIOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yogesh Kumar, Samandeep Kaur, Ankan Kheto, Mohona Munshi, Ayan Sarkar, Hari Om Pandey, Ayon Tarafdar, Raveendran Sindhu, Ranjna Sirohi
Summary: Microalgae are photosynthetic microbes that can produce therapeutic compounds for various industries. Recent research has focused on finding economical substrates for their cultivation, with food waste being a popular choice. However, there are challenges such as pretreatment, dilution, and mixing of waste streams. This review discusses the advances and challenges in cultivating microalgae on food waste.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Sonil Nanda, Franco Berruti
Summary: This paper reviews various waste-to-energy technologies, including traditional thermal incineration and modern hydrothermal incineration, as well as thermochemical and biological conversion technologies for the transformation of solid waste into biofuel products. Furthermore, it comprehensively discusses the current status, opportunities, and challenges of municipal solid waste management.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Naveenkumar Rajendran, Baskar Gurunathan, Jeehoon Han, Saraswathi Krishna, A. Ananth, K. Venugopal, Sherly R. B. Priyanka
Summary: Researcher's efforts in developing techniques to reduce waste production and manage waste have shown that most conversion technologies are environmentally friendly. The biological process is more economically feasible compared to thermal processes such as gasification and pyrolysis, which also have their own advantages in terms of emissions and capital investment.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Madhu Kumari, Munish K. Chandel
Summary: Utilizing municipal solid waste (MSW) and sewage sludge (SS) as a source of renewable energy is crucial for achieving sustainable and integrated MSW management. Co-digestion of SS and organic fraction of MSW (OFMSW) can mitigate the challenges of mono-digestion and enhance methane production. This study aimed to optimize the mix ratio for anaerobic co-digestion of OFMSW and SS, and the results showed that increasing the proportion of SS in the mix ratio significantly increased methane yield. These findings highlight the potential of co-digesting SS and OFMSW as a preferable alternative for renewable energy generation and organic waste management.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Meichen Sun, Chao Zhang, Zhijian Shi, Chen Zhang, Shicheng Zhang, Gang Luo
Summary: This study investigated the changes of microbial communities in anaerobic digestion (AD) under different concentrations of oleate. It was found that the addition of hydrochar (HC) promoted the degradation of oleate and methane production. Microbial analysis showed that the relative abundances of Proteobacteria and Firmicutes increased with increasing oleate concentration, and the most abundant bacteria and archaea were Azospira and Methanobacterium, respectively.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Priya Prajapati, Sunita Varjani, Reeta Rani Singhania, Anil Kumar Patel, Mukesh Kumar Awasthi, Raveendran Sindhu, Zengqiang Zhang, Parameswaran Binod, Sanjeev Kumar Awasthi, Preeti Chaturvedi
Summary: Industrialization and urbanization have led to an increase in energy demand, voluminous waste generation, and environmental impacts, making efficient solid waste management strategies a growing trend. Public awareness is crucial for proper waste management. Recent technological advancements focus on minimizing waste content and generating electricity, with techniques such as incineration and gasification being widely utilized.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Vinay Kumar Tyagi, Aparna Kapoor, Pratham Arora, J. Rajesh Banu, Sukanya Das, Shubham Pipesh, A. A. Kazmi
Summary: A feasibility analysis was conducted on a 100 tons per day MBT plant, which showed promising results in terms of energy and material recovery for municipal solid waste valorization. The plant's revenue is stable with excellent OPEX, and utilizing RDF locally can further reduce costs, in alignment with global benchmarks.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Qingyu Lei, Shuai Zhang, Yongchao Li, Xin Ding, Yuqi Wang, Lan Zheng, Le Wu
Summary: This study proposes a poly-generation system (PGS) that integrates the pyrolysis, incineration, and anaerobic digestion processes to reduce the treatment cost of municipal solid waste (MSW) by utilizing internal supplies of auxiliary fuel and electricity. A mixed integer nonlinear programming approach is used to optimize the feed ratio and achieve supply-demand balance in the PGS. The results show that PGS can effectively reduce MSW treatment cost and improve resource utilization.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
A. Saravanan, Ponnusamy Senthil Kumar, Tran Cam Nhung, B. Ramesh, S. Srinivasan, Gayathri Rangasamy
Summary: The rapid growth of industrialization, urbanization, and population has worsened the problem of municipal solid waste generation. Biological treatment of solid waste followed by biogas and biomethane generation is one of the many sustainable energy source options. This review discusses the system for converting MSW to energy and waste-derived circular bioeconomy, aiming to address the goals of zero waste society and sustainable development. The biological treatment technologies for energy production are examined, along with their challenges and perspectives in this field of research.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Takum Nalo, Sonam Paliya, Ashootosh Mandpe, Nabam Rich, Ajay Bharti, Sunil Kumar
Summary: This study investigates the anaerobic digestion of municipal solid waste and lignocellulosic waste and finds that the best combination for methane production is a 1:1 ratio of organic fraction of municipal solid waste to lignocellulosic waste. It is also discovered that mesophilic conditions play a crucial role in the digestion process.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sergi Astals, Juan Jose Chavez-Fuentes, Gabriel Capson-Tojo, Miroslav Hutnan, Paul D. Jensen
Summary: Studies have shown that LCFA can alleviate the inhibition of ammoniacal nitrogen to a certain extent, possibly due to the formation of a protective layer by LCFA that limits the diffusion of free ammonia into the cell, or provides a localized lower pH around the microbial cell. However, the inhibition of ammoniacal nitrogen and LCFA also involve other inhibitors, and the specific mechanisms are not fully understood.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Elena Barbera, Alberto Bertucco, Krishna D. P. Nigam, Sandeep Kumar
Summary: The study evaluates the technical and economic feasibility of small-scale anaerobic digestion combined with microalgae cultivation for the treatment of organic waste and production of valuable biomass. The findings suggest that the process is profitable, with the potential for higher profitability when the biomass is used for biostimulants applications.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaolan Zeng, Bo Li, Runqi Liu, Xiang Li, Tianle Zhu
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tariq Mehmood, Tianle Zhu, Ishaq Ahmad, Xinghua Li
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shiyu Hou, Shuaijie He, Tianle Zhu, Jihui Li, Liqiang Ma, Hongda Du, Wanci Shen, Feiyu Kang, Zheng-Hong Huang
Summary: The traditional method of exfoliated graphite production faces challenges in energy conservation and pollution abatement. A new preparation method under room temperature conditions has been developed to acquire high-performance exfoliated graphite with significant potential for industrial applications.
JOURNAL OF MATERIOMICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wei Hong, Mingpan Shau, Tianle Zhu, Haining Wang, Ye Sun, Fangxia Shen, Xiang Li
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mutong Niu, Fangxia Shen, Feng Zhou, Tianle Zhu, Yunhao Zheng, Yi Yang, Ye Sun, Xinghua Li, Yan Wu, Pingqing Fu, Shu Tao
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Runqi Liu, Hua Song, Bo Li, Xiang Li, Tianle Zhu
Summary: The simultaneous removal performances of toluene and styrene under non-thermal plasma and NTP-catalysis were studied, revealing that benzaldehyde from styrene inhibited the conversion of toluene. The introduction of Cu-doped MnO2 materials significantly improved VOCs removal efficiency and reduced O-3 generation.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mutong Niu, Feng Zhou, Yi Yang, Ye Sun, Tianle Zhu, Fangxia Shen
Summary: This study investigated the characteristics of airborne archaea in Beijing during springtime, revealing soil as the primary source for releasing archaea into the environment. It was found that air quality and sandstorms can impact the abundance of airborne archaea, and dispersal-related neutral processes play a crucial role in shaping the structure of the archaeal assembly.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Huifang Tian, Changzhi Chen, Tianle Zhu, Bingjun Zhu, Yifei Sun
Summary: A novel iron-based bimetallic nanoparticles supported on activated carbon were synthesized and employed as an activator in persulfate oxidation for PAH remediation. Characterizations of the synthetic material indicated excellent properties, and mechanisms of PAH oxidation were discussed in the reaction system of Fe-Ni/AC activated persulfate.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yong Yin, Dong Lv, Tianle Zhu, Xinghua Li, Ye Sun, Shuaishuai Li
Summary: The study investigated the removal and transformation behaviors of unconventional air pollutants in various facilities of cement kiln-end, showing different impacts of each installation on the concentrations of PAHs, heavy metals, and carbonyl compounds. The results indicated that SP boiler significantly decreased the concentrations of PAHs and heavy metals, while raw mill and baghouse filter accelerated the volatilization and removal of compounds. Additionally, SCR-DeNO(x) system also played a role in removing some gas-phase PAHs and carbonyl compounds.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Feng Zhou, Mutong Niu, Yunhao Zheng, Ye Sun, Yan Wu, Tianle Zhu, Fangxia Shen
Summary: Exposure to indoor airborne microbiomes is closely linked to human health. In this study, indoor bioaerosols in winter Beijing were characterized, showing lower concentrations compared to outdoor bioaerosols. The community structures of indoor bioaerosols were distinct from outdoor ones and were differently affected by ambient air pollution, with significant changes observed in indoor fungal community impacted by hazy air pollution.
JOURNAL OF AEROSOL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wei Hong, Jinzhu Ma, Tianle Zhu, Hong He, Haining Wang, Ye Sun, Fangxia Shen, Xiang Li
Summary: An innovative Li-K-OMS-2 catalyst with specific non-oxygen vacancy sites was reported for improved water resistance in ozone decomposition applications. This catalyst showed superior performance with only a 10% decrease in ozone conversion after 6 hours of reaction under high humidity conditions, outperforming currently documented MnO2-based catalysts. The findings represent a critical step towards the rational design and synthesis of high water-resistant catalysts for ozone decomposition.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shiyu Hou, Tianle Zhu, Wanci Shen, Feiyu Kang, Michio Inagaki, Zheng-Hong Huang
Summary: Exfoliated graphite (EG) blocks with high sorption capacities for diesel oil can be prepared by a specific method and can undergo adsorption-desorption cycles using compression-release, showing good performance compared to traditional methods. The blocks also have sufficient mechanical strength for continuous oil removal from water surfaces and can effectively remove high viscosity crude oil through Joule heating. The high hydrophobicity and lipophilicity of EG allows for selective oil removal from water.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Yuan Zhao, Seyedarash Moshtaghibana, Tianle Zhu, Kehinde A. Fayemiwo, Adam Price, Goran T. Vladisavljevic
Summary: Monodispersed polymeric microcapsules loaded with CO2 solvents or chelating agents were successfully produced by capillary microfluidics. The poly(HDDA) shell exhibited better mechanical stability and resistance to shell buckling, while the NOA81 and PDMS shells underwent morphological changes during freeze drying. Embedding carbon-based nanomaterials into the PDMS matrix improved the storage stability and buckling resistance of PDMS shells. All fabricated shells showed thermal stability up to 300 degrees C.
JOURNAL OF POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shiyu Hou, Yiliang Tang, Tianle Zhu, Zheng-Hong Huang, Yingshu Liu, Ye Sun, Xiang Li, Fangxia Shen
Summary: This study investigated the effects of pore size on the adsorption capacity and adsorption selectivity of toluene and naphthalene through molecular simulation and experimental investigation. The results showed that the adsorption capacity of both compounds increased and then decreased with increasing pore size. Naphthalene exhibited higher adsorption energy and stability compared to toluene.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Si Jiang, Teng Li, JiKai Zheng, Hao Zhang, Xiang Li, Tianle Zhu
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaojian Liu, Bei Wang, Yayun Ma, Xiangyang Zhou, Juan Yang, Yuehui He, Jingjing Tang, Fanyun Su, Wan Yang
Summary: This study proposes a combined process of reduction roasting of herb-medicine residue and oxalic acid leaching to improve the recovery efficiency of lithium from spent lithium-ion batteries. By utilizing the reducing gas produced from the pyrolysis of herb-medicine residue, the layered structure of the cathode powder is destroyed and converted into Li2CO3, Ni, Co, and MnO. Additionally, selective extraction of lithium is achieved using oxalic acid, and the efficiency and kinetics of lithium extraction are improved under the combined action of herb-medicine residue and oxalic acid.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Muxina Konarova, Nuno Batalha, Gabriel Fraga, Mohamed H. M. Ahmed, Steven Pratt, Bronwyn Laycock
Summary: This study presents a proof of concept for a technology that integrates PET recovery from mixed plastic waste and plastic pyrolysis. By depolymerizing PET into TPA using a low volatility oil as medium, it achieves low-pressure operation and a selective separation and recovery of TPA from the product mix. Full PET conversion and high TPA recovery were achieved, making it an effective solution for processing mixed waste streams and improving the yield and quality of liquid product from thermal pyrolysis compared to untreated feedstock.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhenhua Sun, Jing Li, Xuejiang Wang, Siqing Xia, Jianfu Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the influence of in-situ formed MgFe2O4 on the hydrothermal treatment of swine manure. The results showed that the in-situ formation of MgFe2O4 improved the dehydration and decarboxylation of organic components in swine manure, thereby improving its carbonization degree. Furthermore, it enhanced the stabilization of heavy metals and the retention of phosphorus. MgFe2O4 modified hydrochars exhibited remarkable adsorption capacity for Pb(II) and Cu(II) without any leaching of heavy metals.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yijing Jiang, Boyang Leng, Jingxin Xi
Summary: The increased generation of municipal solid waste has had a significant impact on the economy, environment, and public health. The current waste treatment process has limitations. By developing a comprehensive social costing model, this study assesses the impacts of municipal solid waste management throughout its life cycle and provides policymakers with best practices and feasibility information.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Marina Hernandes de Paula e Silva, Ricardo Coser Mergulha, Jose Geraldo Vidal Vieira, Andrea Brasco Pampanelli, Rodrigo Salvador, Diogo Aparecido Lopes Silva
Summary: This study developed and implemented a self-assessment tool to assist companies in decision-making processes for establishing circular flows based on Lean Manufacturing and Circular Economy principles. The tool utilized a maturity model and was applied to nine companies of varying characteristics. The findings revealed that certain companies showed higher maturity in water-waste and chemical-emissions management, with larger enterprises focusing on these strategies. However, many companies lacked sufficient training and employee awareness prior to seeking cleaner alternatives, and comprehensive actions to manage the product lifecycle were lacking. To address these gaps, the tool provided tailored recommendations for each company to improve their processes, products, and value chain.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Gamze Dogdu, Turgay Pekdemir, Sanaz Lakestani, Seyda Karabork, Osman Cavus
Summary: This paper presents data on food waste associated with mini size food packaging services, highlighting the difficulties in emptying the food and consumer wastefulness as the main causes. These findings have significant implications for the sustainability of food and relevant packaging.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Qingxia Li, Xin Kong, Yuxin Chen, Jianan Niu, Jia Jing, Jin Yuan, Yifeng Zhang
Summary: This study investigates how to enhance methane production from food waste after hydrothermal pretreatment. The results demonstrate a significant increase in methane yield when zero-valent iron and magnetite are used together, and high organic loading is favorable for methane production. Microbial diversity analysis further reveals the dominant pathways and metabolic processes involved in methane generation.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
D. H. H. Sim, I. A. W. Tan, L. L. P. Lim, E. T. Lau, B. H. Hameed
Summary: The development of controlled-release fertilizer formulation is important for preventing environmental pollution caused by nutrient leaching and volatilization. This study combined biochar-based fertilizer with encapsulation technology to improve the nutrient release mechanism. Optimal conditions for synthesizing urea-impregnated biochar (UIB) were determined using central composite design, and the release of nitrogen was described by mathematical models. Results showed that encapsulated UIB (EUIB) achieved complete release of nitrogen in water and exhibited improved water retention in sandy-textural soil. Therefore, EUIB derived from peppercorn waste has the potential to be used as a sustainable controlled-release fertilizer for agriculture.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuchuan Wang, Neslihan Akdeniz
Summary: Incorporating biochar into composting systems can increase compost temperatures. This study developed a heat transfer model for a biochar-amended co-composting system and found that biochar increased thermal conductive losses but also enhanced microbial activity, resulting in an overall increase in total heat unit. When biochar was applied on the surface, it mainly functioned as an insulator.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
George Tsalis, Birger Boutrup Jensen, Jessica Aschemann-Witzel
Summary: This paper empirically explores the relationship between retail price promotions and household food waste. The results show that households with a higher proportion of discount food purchases and environmental awareness tend to waste less food, while larger households and those lacking food handling skills tend to waste more food.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lukas Friederici, Arne Koch, Patrick Martens, Jana Pantzke, Sebastiano Di Bucchianico, Thorsten Streibel, Christopher P. Rueger, Ralf Zimmermann
Summary: The increasing demand for lightweight materials has led to a rise in fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) production. However, the properties and compositional range of FRPs pose challenges to recycling strategies. Pyrolysis has emerged as a promising method for separating the fibers from the polymer matrix. This study investigated the pyrolysis process using thermal analysis and high-resolution mass spectrometry, and also assessed the toxicity of the recovered fibers using an in vitro model.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Devika Kannan, Shakiba Khademolqorani, Nassibeh Janatyan, Somaieh Alavi
Summary: This paper introduces Smart Waste Management (SWM) that applies Industry 4.0 technologies in waste management. A framework called SWM4.0 is developed, which highlights the importance of smart people, smart cities, smart enterprises, and smart factories in achieving successful waste management. The paper also suggests future research directions and managerial implications.