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School of Industrial Technology

Palm EcoFuel


Solid biomass fuel is produced from bio-valorization of palm oil mill effluent (POME) and empty fruit bunch (EFB) through the fermentation and drying process.


Key Features

  • High calorific energy value (27-30 MJ/kg), as compared to commercially available pellet ( 17-20 MJ/kg).
  • Low moisture content (below 5%).
  • Low silica content to reduce/eliminate boiler corrosion.

Benefits

  • Utilisation of voluminous palm oil wastes t o produce value-added product.
  • Sustainable and renewable; aligned with SDG 6, 7, 12, and 13.

Potential Application

Burning material in boiler to generate energy with high calorific energy value.