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The Alimentary Systems journal · Aotearoa NZ

Unconventional Gold.

Waste-to-value, bioenergy and the carbon economy in Aotearoa — field notes from the living biorefinery.

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Jul 29, 2021
Biogas & BiomethaneCarbon Markets & ETSClimate & Waste Policy

Circular Economy & Transition Engineering

The bioenergy sector in Europe, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Denmark differs from the New Zealand market and is, therefore, more mature due to the mechanism employed in each region. In Denmark, fo...

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Jul 29, 2021
Climate & Waste PolicyTe Ao MāoriWastewater Regulation

Te Tauihu Opportunity

# This hui was held Wednesday 28 July, 1:00 pm-2:15 pm NZST online. The hui was attended by members of Nelson and the surrounding community, including representatives of Nelson City Council, Wakatu In...

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Jul 26, 2021
Biosolids & SludgeClimate & Waste PolicyCompany News

Ask Me Anything

In this blog, we sit down with Harmaan and asked him a few questions about what he aims to achieve in New Zealand with climate change and 3waters reform. Provide us with a quick snapshot of the busine...

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Jul 11, 2021
Biogas & BiomethaneBiosolids & SludgeMethane & Emissions

Sh*t happens or....

Unless you're sick or starving, you're probably on the toilet at least once a day. While sitting on the loo often provides plenty of time for contemplation, have you ever wondered what happens once yo...

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Jun 16, 2021
Biogas & BiomethaneCarbon Markets & ETSClimate & Waste Policy

Transitioning from a Coal-and-Oil-based Energy Economy to a Bioenergy Economy

Energy and economic growth are inseparable and intertwined: you can’t have one without the other. As India struggles with its ‘usual’ challenges of ensuring economic growth and consumption, completing...

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Jun 16, 2021
Biogas & BiomethaneCarbon Markets & ETSEnergy Security

Bioenergy in New Zealand could power 20% of our energy needs

Bioenergy should form a fundamental part of any country's energy strategy, more so in New Zealand, where agriculture accounts for half of all GHG emissions. When we include GHG emissions from municipa...

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May 2, 2021
Biosolids & SludgeClimate & Waste PolicyWastewater Regulation

Wastewater Sludge is an Asset

Most people rarely think about the wastewater produced daily from their showers, baths, sinks, dishwashers, waste disposals and toilets. We believe this water can be converted from waste to energy to ...

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