Bioreactors play a crucial role in the production of alternative proteins, which are plant-based, insect-based, or lab-grown protein sources that aim to replace traditional animal-based protein sources. Bioreactors are used to cultivate microorganisms, such as…
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BPA and Plastics
BPA (Bisphenol A), is a chemical widely used to make hard, clear plastics. Its strength, structural stability, and light weight have made it excellent for use in things like eyeglasses and water bottles. However, BPA…
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Biotechnology in Renewable Energy
Biotechnology continues to create high-paying, high-demand, and intellectually satisfying jobs in the renewable energy sector. New industries and technologies that will assist countries with national economic strength and world leadership continue to emerge. Many experts…
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Ethanol Revenues Increase by Reducing Carbon Intensity
Are there ways to improve ethanol revenues substantially? Actually, corn ethanol can be a highly profitable business when a plant’s carbon intensity is reduced. Which CI reduction alternatives can provide the best return on capital?…
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Electric Vehicles – The Good, the Bad & The Ugly
Some in the electric vehicles industry predict that we will have almost 150 million electric vehicles in service by 2030. This is fifteen times the number in use in 2021. Many automakers indicate that within…
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Decarbonization: Getting from Policy to Projects
How does one get from policy to project in the world of decarbonization? First, we must understand decarbonization. The term “decarbonization” literally means the reduction of carbon. In today’s world, it refers to the conversion to…
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Commercialization of Biofuels Technology
Commercialization of Biofuels Technology refers to the process that transforms a biofuels technology from concept into a profitable biofuels’ technology operating entity. Inventors and their investors must convert their concepts into commercial success to achieve…
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Biochar for Wastewater Treatment
Biochar for wastewater treatment, both municipal and industrial, is a good alternative as such multistage process accommodates a constantly changing influent. One of the most critical steps in the process is the aeration basin in…
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Technical Readiness Assessment
As part of a technical due diligence effort, the team is often requested to perform a Technical Readiness Assessment. This will assign a score to the technology, known as the Technical Readiness Level (TRL). Originally…
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Biochemical Conversion Processes
Biochemical conversion processes? Enzymes and micro-organisms are frequently used as biocatalysts to convert biomass or biomass-derived compounds into desirable products. Biotechnology advances are expected to lead to dramatic biochemical conversion improvements. The most popular biochemical…
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