Kaiwen Liang

Agri-Products Application Center, Hainan Institute of Tropical Agricultural Resouces, Sanya, 572025, Hainan, China
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Journal of Energy Bioscience, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 3   doi: 10.5376/jeb.2024.15.0015
Received: 22 Mar., 2024    Accepted: 27 Apr., 2024    Published: 11 May, 2024

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Liang K.W., 2024, Energy utilization of agricultural waste: from waste management to energy production, Journal of Energy Bioscience, 15(3): 147-159 (doi: 10.5376/jeb.2024.15.0015)

Agricultural waste management is a critical issue due to its environmental and economic implications. This study examines the transition from traditional waste management practices to innovative energy production technologies. Agricultural waste, including crop residues, animal manure, and agro-industrial by-products, varies in chemical and physical properties, and its production is influenced by seasonal and regional factors. Current waste management methods, such as burning and landfilling, have significant environmental and economic drawbacks, which are addressed by regulatory frameworks and policies. Advanced technologies like anaerobic digestion, pyrolysis, gasification, combustion, and biofuel production offer promising alternatives for converting waste into energy. Successful case studies from Europe, Asia, and North America demonstrate the practical implementation and benefits of these technologies. An economic analysis highlights the cost-effectiveness and market potential of energy products derived from agricultural waste, supported by government incentives. Environmental assessments reveal the sustainability and ecosystem benefits of these practices. Future research directions include emerging technologies, integration with other renewable sources, and policy recommendations to promote sustainable energy utilization of agricultural waste. This study underscores the importance of transitioning from waste management to energy production for enhanced environmental sustainability and economic viability.

Agricultural waste; Energy production; Waste management; Sustainability; Renewable energy