Synthetic biology is a field of science that combines engineering principles with biology to design and create new biological systems or modify existing ones. Synthetic biology involves the design and construction of new biological parts,…
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Bioplastics Expert
A bioplastics expert specializes in plastic materials derived from renewable resources, such as plant-based feedstocks. These experts work in the research and development of bioplastics and can help businesses and industries choose the most suitable…
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Anaerobic Digesters: What They Are & What They Do
Anaerobic digesters use a biological process used to manage some waste (like sewage, cow, pig, or chicken manure) and to produce a gas called “biogas.” Biogas is primarily composed of methane and carbon dioxide and…
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Torrefaction Consultant
What do torrefaction consultants or torrefaction experts do? Torrefaction is the roasting of any solid biomass in an inert atmosphere with some of the volatile components of the feedstock being driven off in the form…
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The Role of Wood and the Pulp and Paper Industry in Renewable Energy
The pulp and paper industry includes the production of paper and paper-based products, made from wood pulp and other plant fibers. This would include the production of paper, cardboard, tissue paper, and many other paper-based…
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Biomass Feedstock Expert
What does a biomass feedstock expert or biomass feedstock consultant do? A Biomass Feedstock Expert is an essential part of biomass project financing: the expert acts as a credible, recognized independent 3rd party to help…
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Polymer Expert
What is a polymer expert? Polymer science is the study of all types of polymers and plastics, including both thermosets and thermoplastics, and their applications. Examples of the applications of these low-cost, high-performance materials that…
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Technologies to Valorize Renewable Resources
As renewable resources like waste wood, agricultural waste, or municipal solid waste (MSW) are available at scattered sites in small amounts (as compared to petroleum), the question always arises as to technologies best suited to…
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Surfactant Expert
Surfactants, short for “surface-active agents,” are compounds that have unique properties at the interface between two immiscible substances, such as oil and water A surfactant expert is one who specializes in the study, development, and…
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Carbon Intensity
Carbon intensity (CI), sometimes used interchangeably with emission intensity, refers to the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per unit of product such as fuels, electrical power, or materials. The CI is calculated on a life cycle…
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