Bio-Electrochemical Conversion of Waste to Fuel by Sattar Jatoi, Abdul; Mubarak, Nabisab Mujawar;

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This book presents bio-electrochemical conversion of waste into fuel—a cutting-edge process that leverages biological and electrochemical techniques to transform organic waste materials into valuable energy sources. This technology mainly utilizes microorganisms, such as bacteria, capable of decomposing complex organic compounds present in waste. By combining microbial metabolism with electrochemical reactions, waste can be converted into biofuels like hydrogen or methane, along with other valuable products, including organic acids and alcohols. The process generally involves microbial fuel cells (MFCs) or anaerobic digesters, which create optimal conditions for microorganisms to thrive and effectively carry out their conversion activities.

This method not only tackles waste management challenges by decreasing landfill usage and lowering greenhouse gas emissions but also enhances energy sustainability. The bio-electrochemical conversion process is regarded as a renewable energy solution, as it can operate on renewable energy sources and supports the circular economy by transforming waste into resources. Current research and advancements in this area are focused on optimizing microbial communities, enhancing energy recovery efficiencies, and scaling up the technology for industrial applications. In summary, bio-electrochemical conversion holds significant potential for influencing waste treatment and energy production, making it a promising field for future exploration and development.

Table of Contents:

Introduction to bioelectrochemical conversion.- Types of Organic Waste for Bio-Electrochemical Systems.- Principle of bioelectrochemical systems.- Design and Operation of Bioelectrochemical System.- Conversion Processes and Pathways in Bio-Electrochemical Systems.- Microbial Communities and Their Role in Bioelectrochemical Systems.- Electron Transfer Mechanisms in Bio-Electrochemical Systems.- Innovative Energy Solutions: Merging Bio-Electrochemical Systems with Renewables.- Microbial fuel cell for wastewater treatment and bioenergy generation.- Conversion of CO2 into Methanol using BES.- Biohydrogen production using bioelectrochemical system.- Bioelectricity Generation from Different Organic Waste Using BES.- Algae-Derived Electrodes in Bio-Electrochemical Systems.- New trends and advancements in the field of BES.- Energy-Efficient Bio-Electrochemical System for Treatment of Agricultural Wastes.