Wenzhong Huang

Biomass Research Center, Hainan Institute of Tropical Agricultural Resouces, Sanya, 572025, Hainan, China
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Journal of Energy Bioscience, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 4   doi: 10.5376/jeb.2024.15.0021
Received: 14 May, 2024    Accepted: 20 Jun., 2024    Published: 03 Jul., 2024

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Huang W.Z., 2024, Resource utilization of agricultural waste: from biomass energy to organic fertilizer, Journal of Energy Bioscience, 15(4): 221-232 (doi: 10.5376/jeb.2024.15.0021)

This study is to explore the potential of utilizing agricultural waste for the production of biomass energy and organic fertilizers, and evaluate various types of agricultural waste, such as animal manure, crop residues, and food waste, and their effectiveness in generating renewable energy and enhancing soil fertility through organic fertilizers. The study reveals that agricultural waste can be effectively transformed into valuable products. For instance, the total biomass nitrogen reservoir in China is found to be significantly large, with livestock and poultry manure being the largest contributors. Additionally, the valorization of agro-industrial wastes through biorefinery processes can generate substantial amounts of renewable energy and valuable by-products. The incorporation of agricultural waste-to-energy pathways into biomass product and process networks shows promising returns on investment, particularly in the case of converting orange peel wastes into pectin. The findings suggest that the utilization of agricultural waste for biomass energy and organic fertilizer production is not only feasible but also beneficial for sustainable agricultural development. By converting waste into valuable resources, it is possible to reduce reliance on chemical fertilizers and fossil fuels, thereby promoting environmental sustainability and economic growth.

Agricultural waste; Biomass energy; Organic fertilizers; Waste valorization; Sustainable agriculture