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In-Depth Investigations in Bioenergy

A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "A: Sustainable Energy".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2024 | Viewed by 943

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Katarzyna Bułkowska

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Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Faculty of Geoengineering, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Sloneczna St. 45G, 10-709 Olsztyn, Poland
Interests: methane fermentation; biohydrogen production; ADM1; modeling of anaerobic digestion
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Prof. Dr. Magdalena Zielińska

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Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Faculty of Geoengineering, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Sloneczna St. 45G, 10-709 Olsztyn, Poland
Interests: valorization of agri-food waste; wastewater treatment; membrane filtration
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The Special Issue "In-Depth Investigations in Bioenergy" aims to provide a comprehensive exploration of various aspects related to bioenergy production, utilization and sustainability. In addition, it is dedicated to the examination of bioenergy sources, technologies, environmental impacts and policy considerations and aims to provide a thorough understanding of the current state and future opportunities in this field.

The scope of this topic includes, but is not limited to, the following:

(1) Bioenergy sources and conversion technologies:
Examination of the various bioenergy sources such as biomass, biofuels and biogas.
In-depth analysis of conversion technologies, including thermochemical, biochemical and biological processes.

(2) Sustainability and environmental impact:
Assessment of the environmental footprint of bioenergy production and use.
Exploration of sustainable practices, land use considerations and impacts on biodiversity.

(3) Technological advances and innovations:
Investigating the latest technological developments in bioenergy production.
Exploring innovative approaches to increase efficiency, reduce costs and minimize environmental impact.

(4) Economic viability and market dynamics:
Analyzing the economic feasibility and competitiveness of bioenergy projects in the energy market.
Assessment of market trends, challenges and opportunities for the introduction of bioenergy.

(5) Policy framework and regulatory landscape:
Examination of national and international policies influencing bioenergy development.
Discussing the regulatory framework in relation to sustainability, carbon emissions and incentives for bioenergy projects.

(6) Integration with renewable energy systems:
Exploring the integration of bioenergy with other renewable energy sources for a diversified and sustainable energy portfolio.
Evaluation of hybrid energy systems and their potential contribution to the overall energy matrix.

(7) Challenges and research gaps:
Identifying and analyzing the challenges facing the bioenergy sector.
Exploring research gaps and areas requiring further investigation to overcome barriers to widespread adoption.

(8) Future prospects and emerging trends:
Anticipating future developments in bioenergy technologies and their potential impact.
Investigating emerging trends that could shape the path of bioenergy research and implementation.

Dr. Katarzyna Bułkowska
Prof. Dr. Magdalena Zielińska
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • bioenergy sustainability
  • thermochemical conversion
  • biofuel production
  • environmental impact assessment
  • renewable energy integration
  • challenges in bioenergy
  • market dynamics in bioenergy
  • bioenergy infrastructure development
  • decentralized energy systems
  • lignocellulosic biomass utilization
  • emerging trends in bioenergy
  • cellulosic ethanol pathways
  • algal biofuel production
  • microbial fuel cell applications

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Co-Pyrolysis of Woody Biomass and Oil Shale—A Kinetics and Modelling Study
by Alejandro Lyons Ceron, Richard Ochieng, Shiplu Sarker, Oliver Järvik and Alar Konist
Energies 2024, 17(5), 1055; https://doi.org/10.3390/en17051055 - 23 Feb 2024
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The co-pyrolysis of biomass and fossil fuels has been the subject of studies on sustainable energy. Co-feeding oil shale with woody biomass can contribute to a transition into carbon neutrality. The present study analysed the thermal decomposition behaviour of oil shale and biomass [...] Read more.
The co-pyrolysis of biomass and fossil fuels has been the subject of studies on sustainable energy. Co-feeding oil shale with woody biomass can contribute to a transition into carbon neutrality. The present study analysed the thermal decomposition behaviour of oil shale and biomass blends (0:1, 3:7, 1:1, 7:3, 9:1, and 1:0) through thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) at 80–630 °C with a heating rate of 10 °C/min in CO2 and N2 atmospheres. A comparison of theoretical and experimental residual mass yields of oil shale–biomass mixtures indicated no significant interactions between the fuels. The blends contributed to a decrease of up to 34.4 wt% in solid residues compared to individual pyrolysis of oil shale, and the TGA curves were shifted from up to 10 °C to a lower temperature when the biomass ratio increased. The use of a CO2 atmosphere resulted in the production of solid residues, comparable to the one obtained with the N2 atmosphere. CO2 atmosphere can be used in oil shale–biomass co-pyrolysis, without affecting the decomposition process or increasing the yield of residues. A kinetic model method is proposed based on TGA data at 10, 20, and 30 °C/min. The apparent activation energies for a temperature range of 200–520 °C were in the order of 139, 155, 164, 197, 154, and 167 kJ/mol for oil shale–biomass 0:1, 3:7, 1:1, 7:3, 9:1, and 1:0 blends, respectively. From the isoconversional kinetic analysis, a two-stage pyrolysis was observed, which separated biomass and oil shale pyrolysis. A simulation of biomass and oil shale co-pyrolysis was conducted in Aspen Plus® using TGA-derived kinetic data. The model prediction resulted in a close match with the experimental thermogravimetric data with absolute errors from 1.75 to 3.78%, which highlights the relevance of TGA analysis in simulating co-pyrolysis processes. Full article
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Planned Papers

The below list represents only planned manuscripts. Some of these manuscripts have not been received by the Editorial Office yet. Papers submitted to MDPI journals are subject to peer-review.

Title: Blockchain-based management of recyclable plastic waste
Authors: Bułkowska Katarzyna; Zielińska Magdalena; Bułkowski Maciej
Affiliation: Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Faculty of Geoengineering, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Sloneczna St. 45G, 10-709 Olsztyn, Poland
Abstract: Our paper deals with the innovative field of blockchain technology applied to the management of recyclable plastic waste. The aim is to provide valuable insights into how this emerging technology can revolutionize the processes related to plastic waste by providing transparency, efficiency, and sustainability.

Title: An overview of pyrolysis as waste treatment to produce eco-energy
Authors: María del Pilar Dorado Pérez
Affiliation: Department of Physical Chemistry and Applied Thermodynamics, Universidad de Córdoba, Spain, Campus de Rabanales, Campus de Excelencia Internacional Agroalimentario ceiA3, 14071 Córdoba, Spain

Title: Techno-economic analysis of biodiesel production by simulation using Aspen Plus
Authors: Abul Kalam Azad; Pedada Sai Swaroop
Affiliation: School of Engineering and Technology, Central Queensland University, Melbourne, Australia

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