(GR15) Co-pyrolysis of rice husk and banana peduncle in the production of biomass based catalyst support for biofuel production

Author: Tafadzwa Nkhoma

Advisors: Professor Michael Timko & Professor Andrew Teixeira

Category: Graduate

Abstract: The project is investigating the use of biochar as a carbon support material for the catalytic production of biofuels. the biochar is made from the co-pyrolysis of rice husk and banana peduncle which are rich in silica and nitrogen respectively.

UN SDGs: 

SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy

SDG 13 – Climate Change

Video Presentation:

This student has chosen to opt out of the competition portion of this showcase.

Poster Presentation: 

This student has chosen to opt out of the competition portion of this showcase.