Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
A. S. A. Hamed, N. I. F. M. Yusof, M. S. Yahya, E. Cardozo, N. F. Munajat
Summary: This paper explores the feasibility of converting oil palm biomass (OPB) into valuable commodities through concentrated solar-driven pyrolysis in Malaysia. It provides an overview of OPB production, stakeholders, and challenges in the industry. The potential benefits and techniques of OPB pyrolysis are discussed, along with Malaysia's solar potential and suitable locations. The paper recommends Tawau in Sabah as an ideal location for OPB solar pyrolysis due to its solar availability, potential OPB resources, and supportive infrastructure.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Tazien Rashid, Syed Ali Ammar Taqvi, Farooq Sher, Saddaf Rubab, Murugesan Thanabalan, Muhammad Bilal, Badar ul Islam
Summary: The study developed response surface methodology (RSM) and artificial neural network (ANN) models for enhanced lignin extraction, with results showing that the ANN model was superior to the RSM model. This is the first study reporting a detailed comparison and prediction of lignin extraction using RSM and ANN.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Silawan Sangthong, Worasak Phetwarotai, Muhammad Saifullah Abu Bakar, Benjamas Cheirsilp, Neeranuch Phusunti
Summary: This study comparatively analyzed the potential of palm kernel shell and its isolated lignin for the production of phenol and phenolic compounds via the pyrolysis process. The experimental results showed that the isolated lignin had a higher bio-oil yield and total fraction of phenol and phenolic compounds.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Fabriciany Lourenco Moreira, Gilvan Ribeiro dos Santos, Rinaldo dos Santos Araujo, Mona Lisa Moura de Oliveira, Francisco Sales avila Cavalcante, Daniel Silveira Serra
Summary: The agricultural residues from corn and cashew nuts in the Brazilian Northeast region can be densified into pellets and used as heat generators. The study analyzed the combustion of the pellets and found that corn straw pellets showed higher temperatures and lower carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxide concentrations compared to cashew nut shells pellets.
WASTE MANAGEMENT & RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ahouefa Reine Katte, John Mwero, Mohamed Gibigaye, David Otieno Koteng
Summary: This paper presents a method to remove oil from Palm Kernel Shell (PKS) aggregates in order to improve the strength development in PKS concrete. Potassium hydroxide solutions with concentrations ranging from 2 to 20 g/L were used to induce a saponification reaction with the oil on the PKS surface. The oil can be completely removed, but highly concentrated solutions can damage the surface of the aggregates. The optimal concentration for oil removal was found to be 10 g/L, with an exposure time of 12 hours, without affecting the integrity of the aggregates and the mechanical properties of the PKS concrete. Compressive strength and splitting tensile strength of 20 MPa and 1.2 MPa, respectively, were achieved without any admixture.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Leslie Cheng-Li Ooi, Nur Nadia Kamil, Kamalruddin Mohd Salleh, Eng-Ti Leslie Low, Meilina Ong-Abdullah, Nathan Lakey, Jared M. Ordway, Peggy A. Garner, Rajanaidu Nookiah, Ravigadevi Sambanthamurthi, Mohd Arif Abd Manaf, Azman Ismail, Rajinder Singh
Summary: Oil palm (Elaeis guineensis) has three fruit forms controlled by mutant alleles of the SHELL gene. A nondestructive seed testing approach was developed to assess contamination in Malaysia, revealing the prevalence of high-yielding and low-yielding forms. Removing undesirable palms with SHELL DNA testing could significantly increase fruit and oil production. This study proposes a new paradigm of 'screen-then-plant' cultivation to enhance food production, sustainability, and income.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Nursyuhada' Kamaruzaman, Norhuda Abdul Manaf
Summary: This study compares the performance and power generation potential of palm oil mill wastes, including empty fruit bunch (EFB) and palm kernel shell (PKS), as renewable energy sources. The results show that EFB is more suitable for producing high-quality syngas and generating electricity, and it also brings more revenue from an economic perspective.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GREEN ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Cristina E. Almeida-Naranjo, Vladimir Valle, Alex Aguilar, Francisco Cadena, Jeronimo Kreiker, Belen Raggiotti
Summary: The use of oil palm wastes for sustainable polymer matrix composites has gained interest in recent years. This study evaluated the water absorption behavior of acrylic thermoplastic matrix composites reinforced with oil palm empty fruit bunch (OPEFB) and oil palm kernel shell (OPKS) through immersion test. The results showed that water absorption capacity decreased at higher processing temperatures and larger particle sizes. The type of reinforcement also influenced water absorption and diffusivity. OPKS/acrylic and OPEFB/acrylic composites had a maximum absorption of 77% and 86%, with diffusivities of 7.3 x 10(-9) and 15.2 x 10(-9) m(2)/min, respectively. Experimental evidence suggested a non-Fickian absorption mechanism for the composites.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tomomi Yamane, Shinji Kaneko
Summary: The public's acceptance of power generation utilizing recycled oil palm waste is comparable to solar power in Japan and South Korea, and surpasses other energy sources in China at a general knowledge level. However, raising public awareness about palm oil generally reduces acceptance of the utilization of recycled oil palm waste. Public support increases with multiple pieces of information rather than single pieces of information.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Ee Shen Ong, Alija Haydar Rabbani, Mahmoud M. Habashy, Omar M. Abdeldayem, Eslam G. Al-Sakkari, Eldon R. Rene
Summary: By 2050, the demand for palm oil is expected to reach 240 million tonnes, creating an opportunity for sustainable biohydrogen production using oil palm biomass and POME. However, the complex structure of these materials limits hydrogen production, requiring proper pre-treatment and process conditions. Research focuses on different waste utilization methods and types of biohydrogen production reactors in order to maximize efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Kuan Zhang, Bin Zhou, Qiuwei Wu, Yijia Cao, Nian Liu, Nikolai Voropai, Evgeny Barakhtenko
Summary: This paper presents an enhanced utilization mechanism of biomass-to-syngas and establishes an energy hub framework with a multi-energy coupling matrix for industrial energy demands. By optimizing gasification temperature dynamics and energy utilization, the system achieves low-cost, efficient conversion and utilization of multiple energy sources.
CSEE JOURNAL OF POWER AND ENERGY SYSTEMS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Bamidele Victor Ayodele, Siti Indati Mustapa, Ramesh Kanthasamy, Norsyahida Mohammad, Abdulaziz AlTurki, Thanikanti Sudhakar Babu
Summary: This study analyzes the co-gasification process of coconut shell and oil palm wastes using machine learning algorithms and finds that the non-linear response quadratic model has the best predictive performance. The co-gasification temperature, catalysts loading, and blending amount play a significant role in the syngas composition.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Arief Rahman, Paul Dargusch, David Wadley
Summary: This article addresses the research gap in Indonesian policy environment regarding energy planning by adopting a political economy approach to investigate the country's energy supply mix and security to 2050. The article identifies shortcomings in Indonesia's dependency on fossil fuels, oil imports, oil subsidies, strategic oil buffers, emissions management, and policies towards renewable energy, and concludes by presenting a research agenda to support the transition of Indonesia's energy mix and security to 2050.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Napat Kaewtrakulchai, Masayoshi Fuji, Apiluck Eiad-Ua
Summary: The conversion of palm oil into green diesel through catalytic deoxygenation is an important topic in biorefinery research. This study investigates the use of palm fiber waste as a precursor for creating activated biochar as a support material for catalysts. Nickel phosphide and iron phosphide catalysts supported on palm fiber activated biochar were synthesized and extensively characterized. The catalysts showed excellent performance in deoxygenation reactions, producing a high yield of green diesel.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Radi A. Alsulami, Saad A. El-Sayed, Mohamed A. Eltaher, Akram Mohammad, Khalid H. Almitani, Mohamed E. Mostafa
Summary: This study used TGA to evaluate the thermal degradation characteristics of date palm leaves, seeds, leaf stems, and their blends at different heating rates. The kinetic parameters were determined using the KAS and OFW methods, and it was found that the heating rate significantly affected the thermal degradation. Higher heating rates resulted in better pyrolysis performance.
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Mohamad Yani, Machfud, Muhammad Asrol, Erliza Hambali, Petir Papilo, Sri Mursidah, M. Marimin
Summary: This study designs an adaptive fuzzy multi-criteria sustainability assessment and improvement model for the sugarcane agroindustry supply chain. The model is effective in evaluating supply chain sustainability and provides accurate results. Strategies for improving sustainability performance are also proposed.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
M. Gumilang Pramuwidyatama, Dikky Indrawan, Helmut W. Saatkamp, Henk Hogeveen
Summary: This study investigates the characteristics of farmers and farms in smallholder broiler farms in Western Java associated with motivations towards measures directed to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). The results show that farm business types and farmers' awareness of HPAI are significantly associated with farmers' motivation to implement preventive measures.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Salis Deris Artikanur, Widiatmaka Widiatmaka, Yudi Setiawan, Marimin Marimin
Summary: This study analyzes the impact of land-use/land-cover change on sugar production in Lamongan Regency, Indonesia. The findings suggest that significant changes in land-use/land-cover are expected in 2031, resulting in a decrease in sugar production and balance. These results can be used to prevent uncontrolled land-use/land-cover changes and meet the sugar needs at the regional and national level.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Suharjito, Franz Adeta Junior, Yosua Putra Koeswandy, Debi, Pratiwi Wahyu Nurhayati, Muhammad Asrol
Summary: This study introduces a new complete dataset obtained directly from palm oil mills, including videos and images with different categories based on real conditions in the grading section. The dataset consists of 45 FFB videos and 56 mixed multiple-category FFB videos, collected using a smartphone with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels in .mp4 format. Additionally, the dataset has been annotated and labeled based on the maturity level of oil palm fruit with 6 categories.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
M. G. Pramuwidyatama, D. Indrawan, M. Boeters, O. N. Poetri, H. W. Saatkamp, H. Hogeveen
Summary: Most broiler farms in Western Java, Indonesia are smallholder farms and highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreaks can cause significant economic losses, especially for independent and price-contract farms. Makloon farms, on the other hand, have lower economic impacts.
PREVENTIVE VETERINARY MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Salis Deris Artikanur, Widiatmaka, Yudi Setiawan, Marimin
Summary: Sugar is a significant commodity for Indonesia, with a need of 7 million tons, while imports were approximately 5.54 million tons in 2020. The study evaluates the potential areas for sugarcane plantation expansion in Lamongan using land suitability analysis and overlay analysis of policy maps. The highest weighted parameters for suitability were soil drainage, cation exchange capacity and base saturation, and rainfall. The total possible area for expansion in Lamongan was 32,552.37 ha, with the largest class being Possible Area 2 at 65.67%. The sub-districts with the highest possible areas were Solokuro, Ngimbang, and Mantup. The recommendation is to extend the area allocated to sugarcane plantations in Lamongan, considering other land uses.
Editorial Material
Veterinary Sciences
Dikky Indrawan, Norhariani Mohd Nor, Bouda Vosough Ahmadi, Didier Raboisson, Dustin L. L. Pendell, Mark Buda, Nitty Hirawaty Kamarulzaman, Wilma Steeneveld, Jonathan Rushton, Henk Hogeveen
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Zulkarnain, Machfud, Marimin, Emmy Darmawati, Sugiarto
Summary: This study aimed to determine the attributes of packaging labels, identify the most influential graphic elements, and establish the tone and manner for specialty coffee packaging labels. Experts expect coffee packaging labels to provide clear product information and convey a premium impression, as well as facilitate easy reading of necessary information. The top priorities for graphic elements on packaging labels are the identity of the coffee product, text hierarchy, label color, and typical label style. The must-have tone and manner for specialty coffee packaging labels are familiarity (friendliness), premium quality, simplicity, and uniqueness.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Muhammad Suharjito, Muhammad Asrol, Ditdit Nugeraha Utama, Franz Adeta Junior, Marimin
Summary: This study proposes a real-time model for determining the ripeness degree of oil palm using a smartphone and video data as input, incorporating modifications to the object detection approach. The model performs well in detecting and classifying the ripeness of fresh fruit bunches and efficiently identifies fruit bunches that do not meet the quality standards.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Rabiatul Adwiyah, Yusman Syaukat, Dikky Indrawan, Heti Mulyati
Summary: The palm oil industry in Indonesia has shown significant growth in exports and sustained domestic demand. The industry's integrated value chain includes growers, millers, refiners, and oleochemicals. The current focus on environmental, economic, and social sustainability has led to the adoption of green management practices and sustainable supply chain management.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Eneng Tita Tosida, Yeni Herdiyeni, Marimin, Suprehatin Suprehatin
Summary: Smart villages have gained attention from governments, private sectors, and NGOs as a solution to poverty. This research focuses on enhancing the level of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), specifically agriculture big data analytics (ABDA)-based smart villages. A systematic literature review (SLR) and cluster analysis were conducted to explore previous research findings. The study found a lack of implementation and comprehensive analysis of the smart village system, with most articles focusing on automation and big data analytics for Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA). The research contributes by confirming the structure of smart village success variables and proposing seven future research agendas based on ABDA.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND STATISTICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Management
Handaya, Herri Susanto, Dikky Indrawan, Marimin
Summary: This study applies the soft systems dynamics methodology to analyze and design a sustainable supply system for palm kernel shell (PKS). Through mathematical modeling and simulations, the proposed model shows the capability of delivering continuous availability of PKS at a minimum 95% customer production level despite changes in PKS generation and consumption rates. Decision makers can use this approach to identify necessary changes and recommendations to improve the existing supply chain system.
OPERATIONS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL
(2022)
Proceedings Paper
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Rindra Yusianto, Suprihatin Suprihatin, Hartrisari Hardjomidjojo, Marimin Marimin
Summary: In the field of agri-food logistics, group decision-makers face high risk and uncertainty. This study proposes a trust uncertainty model based on the principles of uncertainty theory. A new method is developed to measure the trust of experts as decision-makers and the reliability of group decision results. The results show that this new method obtains the most optimal route with a high aggregation value. The trust uncertainty modeling successfully measures the trust level of group decision-makers and demonstrates reliability. Comparisons with commonly used approaches show advantages of this new model over AHP.
INTEGRATED UNCERTAINTY IN KNOWLEDGE MODELLING AND DECISION MAKING (IUKM 2022)
(2022)
Article
Management
Hartrisari Hardjomidjojo, Rindra Yusianto, Marimin Marimin, Suprihatin Suprihatin
Summary: This study proposes a new approach to determine sustainable agro-industry logistics by minimizing supply and demand imbalances using spatial analysis. The study developed a comprehensive sustainable analysis by integrating spatial dimensions with environmental, economic, and social dimensions. The results showed that the spatial-based cropland sustainability classification, sustainable harvest prediction, and spatial route planning can help improve the sustainability of agro-industry logistics.
OPERATIONS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL
(2022)
