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Comparative Analysis of Biogas and Methane Yields from Different Sizes of Groundnut Shell in a Batch Reactor at Mesophilic Temperature

S. O. Jekayinfa, A. O. Adebayo, O. O. Oniya & K. O. Olatunji · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2020

Aim: To study the effects of different sizes of groundnut shell on biogas and methane yields using batch reactor at mesophilic temperature. Place and Duration of Study: The laboratory experiment was carried out at the Laboratory of the Department of Agricultural Engineering, Lado...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2020/v5i130140

Evaluation of Properties of Composite Panels Fabricated from Waste Newspaper and Wood Dust for Structural Application

Ekong Ufot Nathaniel, Ubong Williams Robert & Mercy Effiong Asuquo · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2020

In this work, dry forms of waste newspaper pulp, untreated wood dust and treated wood dust were used at varying weight proportions to fabricate composite panels which thenafter served as test samples. With increase in the content of either the untreated wood dust or the treated w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2020/v5i130138

Direct Solvent Liquefaction of Tropical Hardwood Bark and Characterization of the Resulting Bio-Oil

Yetunde B. Olayiwola, Olajide A. Oluyege & Lajide Labunmi · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2020

Ethanol, water and ethanol/water mix were used to directly liquefy Detarium senegalense bark at 500°C for 15 min. Ethanol/water mix at 50/50% weight by weight showed synergistic effect on biomass direct liquefaction, and was found to be the most effective solvent for the liquefac...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2020/v5i130137

Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation through Anaerobic Digestion of Urban Waste in Malawi: A Review

Hope Baxter Nqcube Chamdimba, Reuben Gad Mugagga & Elias Onyango Ako · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2020

Improper waste management and disposal in major cities of Malawi transpires to be one of the major environmental setbacks as waste remains uncollected and usually disposed in open dump sites. Such waste emits greenhouse gases (GHGs) into the atmosphere that contribute to global w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2020/v4i430136

Biodiesel Synthesis from Waste Cooking Oil Using Periwinkle Shells as Catalyst

C. C. Okoye, C. F. Okey-Onyesolu, I. C. Nwokedi, O. C. Eije & E. I. Asimobi · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2020

Waste materials such as periwinkle shells (PS) and waste cooking oil (WCO) were considered as heterogeneous catalyst and renewable feedstock for biodiesel production respectively in line with the current search for alternatives of the environmentally unfriendly and gradually depl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2020/v4i430135

Impact of Community Biogas Plant Implemented by Rural Development Academy in Rural Areas of Bogura, Bangladesh

Noor Muhammad, Liza Bosak & Samir Kumar Sarkar · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2020

This paper determined the impact of community biogas plant implemented by rural development academy in rural areas of Bogura, Bangladesh. Data were collected by structured questionnaire having open and closed form questions. Researchers collected data with the help of BCS health...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2020/v4i430134

Comparative Analysis of Voltage, Current and Power Produced in a Piezoelectric System from Human Foot Beats

Godwin Chukwunonyelum Nworji, Peter Uchenna Okoye, Uche V. Okpala & Ngozi Agatha Okereke · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2020

Aims: This study analysed and compared the amount of voltage, current and power generated in a piezoelectric system from human foot beats. Study Design: The study was an experimental study which made use of piezoelectric materials together with human loads (weights) from the foot...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2020/v4i430133

Thermal Degradation Conditions Effects on Selected Biomass Wastes and Characterization of Their Produced Biochar

Taye Stephen Mogaji, Emmanuel O. Moses, Emmanuel Tolulope Idowu & Tien-Chien Jen · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2020

Biochar has been proved to be effective in soil amelioration applications, carbon sequestration and also reduce GHG emissions which causes global warming. Biomass stands a greater chance of prevailing as a good source for the production of biochar, which in turn can be a solution...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2020/v4i330131

Factors Influencing Solar Photovoltaic Utilization for Energy Services among Residentials in Akure, Nigeria

Jesuleye, Olalekan Aquila, Arigbede, Olutosin Foluso & Adepoju, Adeyemi Oluwaseun · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2020

Aims: Residential sector is the largest electricity consumer in Nigeria. But they also contribute heavily to the climate change through their choice of energy. Mostly prefer source is the fossil fuel for electricity generation despite the growing awareness of the need to reduce g...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2020/v4i330128

A Comparative Assessment of Pig Manure and Poultry Manure in the Biodegradation of Diesel Contaminated Soil

Njunjima Njunbemere, Augustine Ifelebuegu & Ndekwu Benneth Onyedikachukwu · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2020

Aim: This research aims to carry out a comparative assessment on the use of pig manure and poultry manure as a carbon substrate for the degradation of diesel. Study Design: Fifteen experimental pots were used in this analysis and this was carried out for a duration of 44 days. Th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2020/v4i330126

Dynamics of Household Heads’ Intentions to Adopt Biogas Technology in Ghana

Martha Osei-Marfo, Nanne de Vries & Esi Awuah · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2020

Evidence abounds that biogas technology has enormous health and environmental benefits, including improvement of community livelihood and health, sanitation, sustainable energy and reduced emissions. In spite of these benefits, intentions to adopt biogas technology are low among...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2020/v4i230125

Households’ Willingness to Pay for Biofuel Gel in Lagos State, Nigeria: A Contingent Valuation Study

Daniel A. Olawamide & Olaniran A. Thompson · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2020

The study was carried out to determine the willingness to pay (WTP) for Biofuel gel among households in Lagos State, Nigeria. A total of one hundred and seventy-five households using multiple sampling procedure were interviewed using a well-structured questionnaire. Data were ana...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2020/v4i230123