What do waste-to-energy experts do? The “waste-to-energy” area includes a variety of technologies consisting of several different thermochemical or biological methods of generating energy from waste materials. Popular commercial applications include combustion and anaerobic digestion…
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Algae Biofuels
Algae fuel, algal biofuel, or algal oil is an alternative to liquid fossil fuel, that is derived from the fast-growing algae plants. Compared to higher plants, algae can grow faster such that some species can…
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Bio-Jet Fuel
Energy experts are always looking for innovative ways to create bio-jet fuels from a variety of sustainable materials – from sugar cane and potatoes to oil-rich feedstocks. These green energy solutions are receiving increasing attention,…
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Combined Heat and Power
When we talk about a “combined heat & power” (CHP), often referred to as “Cogeneration” or “Cogen”, we are describing the practice of using fuel (or nuclear energy) to heat up a liquid, usually water,…
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Biotechnology Evaluation Experts
What do biotechnology experts or consultants do? Biotechnology is the use of some biological processes for industrial or other purposes, like the genetic manipulation of microorganisms for the production of antibiotics, hormones, etc. There are…
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Nutraceutical Expert
What does a nutraceutical expert or consultant do? The term “nutraceutical” is used to describe these medicinally or nutritionally functional foods. Nutraceuticals, also called medical foods, phytochemicals, functional foods, and nutritional supplements, include such everyday…
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Biomass Solids Agitation via Turbine
What percent of biomass solids can be successfully agitated with a turbine agitator? In the early days of the development of biomass hydrolysis reactors, it was common to use rotating barrels (similar to continuous solids dryers),…
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Biofuels Experts
Biofuels experts work with biofuels as a replacement for petroleum-derived fossil fuels. They are derived from biomass and should be made via processes that meet lifecycle requirements and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. There are currently…
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Hydroprocessing Experts
What does a hydroprocessing expert or hydroprocessing consultant do? Hydroprocessing refers to any of several chemical engineering processes including hydrogenation, hydrocracking, and hydrotreating, especially as part of biofuels or oil refining. Hydroprocessing experts can design…
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Pilot Plant Experts
What do pilot plant experts do? Pilot plant experts work closely with research scientists to scale chemical and biological processes. They are familiar with the four scales associated with process development – lab, pilot, demonstration,…
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