Task 36 (Material and Energy Valorisation of Waste in a Circular Economy)

???? Missed the Task 36 (Material and Energy Valorisation of Waste in a Circular Economy) webinar on "Mixed plastic waste – Sustainable valorization solutions for material and energy recovery"? ?? Don't worry! You can now watch the full video recording and download the presentation here: ?? https://lnkd.in/dhEtq-NZ

Happening today: Task 36 (Material and Energy Valorisation of Waste in a Circular Economy) free webinar on "Mixed Plastic Waste – Sustainable Valorization Solutions for Material and Energy Recovery", from 16 to 18 CET. Don't miss this unique opportunity to engage with experts and gain valuable insights into innovative solutions! ?? https://lnkd.in/d5rUApTm

Mixed plastic waste is a challenging waste stream to handle due to its heterogeneous composition and it usually ends up being incinerated or landfilled contributing to environmental challenges such as carbon dioxin emissions and leachate. Task 36 (Material and Energy Valorisation of Waste in a Circular Economy)?organises a webinar to present different pathways for the sustainable valorization of mixed plastics waste: mechanical sorting, thermal processes and chemical recycling that allow material recovery or transformation into high-value products. Register ?? https://lnkd.in/dueTUBK5

? ??Save the Date: 18 November, h 16 CET FREE WEBINAR by Task 36 Material and Energy valorisation of waste in a Circular Economy "Mixed plastic waste – Sustainable valorization solutions for material and energy recovery". Register ?? https://lnkd.in/dueTUBK5

The BBEST – IEA Bioenergy Conference opened yesterday in S?o Paulo, gathering researchers from around the world to discuss Brazil’s leading role in promoting biofuels. As G20 president, Brazil has pushed the energy transition forward with initiatives like the Global Alliance for Biofuels and the Fuels of the Future law. Experts stressed the urgent global need for sustainable biofuels and the importance of inclusive low-carbon economies. This is a recap The event runs until Thursday, October 24. Read a round-up of the opening session ?? https://lnkd.in/dhYbx_HZ ?? For those who couldn’t attend, video recordings are available on YouTube ?? https://lnkd.in/dtCJk2Ui

The international conference BBEST – IEA Bioenergy 2024 is just around the corner! From October 22nd to 24th, S?o Paulo will host a unique event featuring two conferences: the Brazilian Bioenergy Science and Technology Conference (BBEST), held every three years in Brazil, and the IEA Bioenergy triennial conference, which takes place in various locations around the globe. Dina Bacovsky, co-president of the conference and chair of the IEA Bioenergy Technology Collaboration Programme, recently emphasized the significance of bringing together international experts to enhance collaboration on bioenergy technologies and systems. Read more ?? https://lnkd.in/dqMd7RzT

This report, developed within the IEA Bioenergy Task 36 Material and Energy valorisation of waste in a Circular Economy framework, highlights the critical role food waste can play as a resource for material and energy valorisation. With approximately 1.05 billion tonnes of food wasted globally each year—about one-third of total food production—there are significant societal, economic, and environmental implications. Food waste management is essential, not only to prevent wastage of valuable resources like land, water, and energy, but also to curb harmful emissions like methane from landfills. The report emphasizes the need for accurate quantification of food loss and waste (FLW) to develop effective reduction or valorisation strategies. Various waste management options, such as composting, anaerobic digestion (AD), and incineration, were assessed using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). Avoiding waste at the source showed the best environmental outcomes, while AD had the lowest impact for unavoidable food residues. The report further explores the potential of food waste as a feedstock for producing value-added chemicals and fuels, advocating for optimized valorisation processes to extract greater value while minimizing environmental harm. For further details, download the full report ?? https://lnkd.in/dvAZ2YTp Author: Fionnuala Murphy, University College Dublin Edited by: Mar Edo Giménez and Sima Ajdari, RISE Research Institutes of Sweden

?? Exciting news for researchers, scientists, and professionals in the field of bioenergy! The BBEST & IEA Bioenergy Conference is still accepting abstract submissions. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your innovative research, share insights, and connect with leading experts in the bioenergy sector. ?? Why Submit an Abstract? - SHOWCASE YOUR RESEARCH: Present your latest findings and innovations to a global audience of peers and industry leaders. - NETWORK WITH EXPERTS: Engage with fellow researchers, policy makers, and industry professionals. - CONTRIBUTE TO ADVANCEMENTS: Be part of the conversation shaping the future of bioenergy. ?? Before you submit your abstract, make sure to review the detailed guidelines provided on the conference website. ?? https://lnkd.in/d7zAHei3 Don't miss this chance to contribute to the global bioenergy dialogue. Submit your abstract today and be part of the future of sustainable energy!

?? Register now for the BBEST – IEA Bioenergy 2024 Conference, taking place in S?o Paulo, Brazil, from October 22nd?to 24th, 2024. ???? Organized by the Bioenergy Research Program / FAPESP), the?IEA Bioenergy?Technology Collaboration Program, and?the Bioenergy Society?(SBE), the?BBEST – IEA Bioenergy 2024 Conference?will bring important topics such as responsible land use and agricultural productivity; feedstock mobilization; sustainability of bioenergy pathways; biofuels for air, sea and road transport; heat and power from biomass and waste; renewable gases; the future of biorefineries; the use of biogenic carbon; and strategies for the circular carbon economy. ?? Join us ?? https://lnkd.in/d7dx8pr3

As in many other parts of the society, AI and digital tools have also an impact on the waste and energy sector. The facilities SITE ZERO (Svensk Plast?tervinning) in Sweden and AMP ONE (AMP) in the USA are two examples of how the use of advanced sorting technologies can bring the waste and energy sector closer to #circularity by recovering materials that otherwise would be incinerated. Find out more about these two facilities in our IEA Bioenergy Technology Collaboration Programme Task 36 report below: https://lnkd.in/dedKp2kp Thanks to those who contributed to this report: Linnea Granstr?m (Svensk Plast?tervinning), Michael Becidan (SINTEF Energy Research), Carling Spelhaug and @Carsson Potter (AMP), IEA Bioenergy Technology Collaboration Programme and RISE Research Institutes of Sweden.