Experimental Investigation of Briquettes made from Waste Material as Alternate Source of Energy using Low-Cost Briquetting Machine

Abstract

Briquetting technology is a sustainable solution to air pollution caused by millions of tons of waste
generated annually. It converts biomass into briquettes, a renewable energy source from organic
materials like wood chips, sawdust, agricultural residues, and household organic waste. These
briquettes offer low greenhouse gas emissions and high burning efficiency and are suitable for
heating, cooking, and power generation. With abundant agricultural residue and organic waste,
India can benefit from adopting biomass briquettes. Briquetting compresses biomass under high
pressure, increasing its density and energy content. This process facilitates more accessible
storage and transportation, resulting in cleaner and more efficient briquettes. The resulting
briquettes reduce carbon dioxide, sulphur dioxide, and particulate matter emissions. Using
biomass briquettes also contributes to waste management by utilizing agricultural and organic
waste that would otherwise decompose, releasing methane and other greenhouse gases.
Briquetting technology supports sustainable development goals, promotes a circular economy, and
reduces the environmental footprint.