Date: Tuesday 10th December 2024
Time: 9:30-12:50 (GMT)
Location: Online
Organizer: Aston University and KAUST
Event Description
Join us for the Biowaste to Energy Workshop and Networking Event, the third in a series of workshops under the UK-Saudi Waste to Energy (WASTE2ENERGY) initiative. Hosted by Aston University and KAUST, this workshop will explore innovative ways to convert biowaste into energy, featuring discussions on the latest advancements in bioenergy and bioproducts for sustainable growth.
Highlights
- Industry & Academic Talks: Insights into the future of bioenergy from waste.
- Networking Opportunities: Build connections with key players in biowaste management.
- Roundtable Discussions: Address the commercial and environmental impact of biowaste-to-energy technologies.
This event aligns with strategic goals for waste reduction and renewable energy, benefiting both the UK and Saudi Arabia in achieving sustainability.
Agenda
09:30 AM – 09:35 AM (GMT) 12:30 PM – 12:35 PM (KSA Time) | Welcome and Introduction |
09:35 AM – 09:40 AM (GMT) 12:35 PM – 12:40 PM (KSA Time) | An Overview of the UK-KSA Waste-to-Energy Project AAMIR FAROOQ | KAUST, KSA |
09:40 AM – 10:00 AM (GMT) 12:40 PM – 01:00 PM (KSA Time) | An ‘Omics Approach to Understanding and Optimising Anaerobic Digestion JAMES CHONG | UNIVERSITY OF YORK, UK |
10:00 AM – 10:20 AM (GMT) 01:00 PM – 01:20 PM (KSA Time) | Asphalt Pavement Recycling Solution SPENCER | SCOMA, CHINA |
10:20 AM – 10:40 AM (GMT) 01:20 PM – 01:40 PM (KSA Time) | Bridging Abundance and Sustainability: Economically Viable Bio-Waste to Energy Pathways for Saudi Arabia’s Energy Transition ADIL ABDELNOUR | ESTIDAMAH, KSA |
10:40 AM – 11:00 AM (GMT) 01:40 PM – 02:00 PM (KSA Time) | Catalytic Microwave Pyrolysis of Waste Plastics for Fuels Production ABDUL GANI ABDUL JAMEEL | KFUPM, KSA |
11:00 AM – 11:20 AM (GMT) 02:00 PM – 02:20 PM (KSA Time) | Anaerobic Digestion: The Preferred Technology for Recycling Food Waste CHARLOTTE MORTON, OBE | ADBA, UK |
11:20 AM – 11:40 PM (GMT) 02:20 PM – 02:40 PM (KSA Time) | Practical applications of advanced pyrolysis technology and delivery of high value products for energy, agriculture, and industrial use STEVE HARRISON | FuturEnergy, UK |
11:40 PM – 12:00 PM (GMT) 02:40 PM – 03:00 PM (KSA Time) | Saudi Arabia’s Triple Win: BSF Solutions for Waste Management, Food Security and Environmental Sustainability MARCO EL-DAKAR | KAUST, KSA |
12:00 PM – 12:45 PM (GMT) 03:00 PM – 03:45 PM (KSA Time) | Panel Discussion and Networking moderated by AAMIR FAROOQ | KAUST, KSA |
12:45 PM – 12:50 PM (GMT) 03:45 PM – 03:50 PM (KSA Time) | Closing Remarks AAMIR FAROOQ | KAUST, KSA |
Registration Information
For registration please use the following link : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/biowaste-to-energy-workshop-and-networking-event-tickets-1083271426999?aff=oddtdtcreator
Target Audience
- Professionals in bioenergy and biowaste management
- Researchers in renewable energy sectors
- Policymakers in environmental and waste management
- Investors interested in sustainable bioenergy solutions.
