Waste to value innovations: Circular economy for the energy sector

Motaung Tshwafo Elias*

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

This book highlights a need to engage research and innovation for energy production from waste given the challenges of insufficient electricity in most developing countries. It also highlights current policies and regulations to fast-track development of new technologies for renewable energy in developing countries. The chapters are tailored to support academics, industries and investors with competent approaches for starting groundbreaking projects. Investors will find the book relevant as it gives bearing of the new waste streams and forecast in Africa and the world. The knowledge in it gives channels to the world competent practical solutions in renewable energy. All the gaps related to waste and energy are well identified in South Africa and other selected counties.

Original languageEnglish
PublisherSpringer
Number of pages143
ISBN (Electronic)9789819627820
ISBN (Print)9789819627813
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 17 Mar 2025
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Biofuel
  • Carbon black films
  • Electronic waste (e-waste)
  • Energy from waste
  • Food waste
  • Lithium-ion battery
  • Low carbon energy systems
  • Pyrolysis oil
  • Solid wastes
  • Waste management

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