Essays about: "wood chips"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 83 essays containing the words wood chips.

1. 1. Characterization of Compost from Reusable Industrial Streams: : physical, Nutrient, and Microbial Properties

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)

   Author : Ellen Ek Moreau; [2023]
   Keywords : Spent mushroom compost; apple orchard waste; soil amendment; compost optimization; circular agriculture;

   Abstract : The increasing global population, combined with soil degradation, poses challenges to food security, and raises concerns about the excessive and long-term use of conventional fertilizers. Evaluating sustainable alternative by-products for their soil-improving properties could offer a potential solution, particularly for Swedish fruit producers who can tap into local waste streams as a circular source of plant nutrients. READ MORE

3. 2. Quality of Spent Mushroom Compost Amended with Organic Material- Effect on Nutrient Content and Plant Growth

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)

   Author : Rasha Kamel; [2023]
   Keywords : Apple Waste; Wood Chips; Microbial Content; pH; Pseudomonas; General Bacterial Flora; General Fungal Flora; Electrical Conductivity; Nutrient Content; Bulk Density; Porosity; Water Holding Capacity;

   Abstract : Peat, as a non-renewable growing media, poses environmental concerns due to extraction and decomposition processes, leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions. Alternatives growing media with potential to replace or reduce the use of peat are of great need. READ MORE

4. 3. Flexible Sector Coupling (FSC) of Electrical and Thermal Sectors via Thermal Energy Storage (TES) : A Case Study on Oskarshamn Energi

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

   Author : Raúl Calvo García; Jose María Marín Arcos; [2023]
   Keywords : Flexible sector coupling FSC ; district heating DH ; thermal energy storage TES ; heat pump HP ; capacity optimization; dispatch optimization; open-access tools; Flexibel sektorkoppling; fjärrvärme; termisk energilagring; värmepump; kapacitetsoptimering; leveransoptimering; verktyg med öppen tillgång;

   Abstract : The integration of distributed energy sources and systems is of high relevance for the transition towards a more sustainable energy system. Taking into consideration the  amount of emissions produced by the heating sector, which account for at least half of the energy demand in buildings, district heating systems have the potential to play a key role in the transition, by enabling the integration of various energy sources and provide flexible energy services to the grid. READ MORE

5. 4. The transition of reaction-to-fire behavior from biomass to corresponding biochar

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och naturresurser

   Author : Jacob Johansson; [2023]
   Keywords : biochar; biomass; heat release rate; reaction-to-fire;

   Abstract : As of now, the environmental issue is very topical and there is also an underutilization of different biological material where these can be used in ways that are typically not thought of. One way to increase the degree of utilization is to convert various biomasses such as natural rubber, olive pits, wood chips, and reed pellets into biochar. READ MORE

6. 5. Impact of pulp chemical composition and fiber morphology on hygroexpansion and strength properties of kraftliner

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Kemiteknik (CI)

   Author : Serdar Unal; [2023]
   Keywords : Chemical Engineering; Hygroexpansion; Pulp; Kraftliner; Tensile strength; Iso-brightness; Chemistry;

   Abstract : Kraftliner is the unbleached pulp used in the outermost layer of corrugated cardboard. Like other types of paper, it is produced from wood chips as a raw material. Kraftliner is known for its high tensile strength, tear resistance, compressive strength, etc., making it suitable for packaging material for heavy objects. READ MORE