Leaf-based biochar: A review of thermochemical conversion techniques and properties

AG Adeniyi, KO Iwuozor, EC Emenike… - Journal of Analytical and …, 2024 - Elsevier
In response to the growing need for sustainable solutions, this study critically examines the
significance of thermochemical conversion techniques for producing biochar from leaves …

A review on the conversion of plant husk-based biomass into biochar

KO Iwuozor, EC Emenike, BF Bakare, FO Eleregbe… - Biofuels, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
This study sheds light on the synthesis, properties, and application of plant husk-derived
biomass into biochar through thermochemical conversion processes. Gasification, pyrolysis …

Effect of different exfoliation routes on the properties of chicken feather and elephant grass hybrid biochar

AO Ezzat, KO Iwuozor, D Al‐Dhayan… - Biofuels, Bioproducts …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Liquid‐phase exfoliation, a technique for enhancing the properties of biochar, has been
recognized as effective, circumventing the limitations of other methods such as high …

Characterization of groundnut shell biochar produced with different stainless steel combustion compartment volumes

OR Ayanwusi, SA Abdulkareem… - Biofuels, Bioproducts …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Biochar, a solid material derived from a thermochemical process, has received significant
attention due to its usefulness in various sectors. Previous studies have been conducted to …

Improving biochar properties through liquid-phase exfoliation of onion peel biochar doped with chicken feathers

AG Adeniyi, SS Emmanuel, MN Alharthi… - Surfaces and …, 2024 - Elsevier
In recent decades, heightened environmental awareness has spurred a global push for
innovative waste-to-wealth solutions. This study explores liquid-phase exfoliation as a …

Evaluation of the properties of solid biofuel produced from coconut fibre

AG Adeniyi, EC Emenike, SA Agbana… - Indian Chemical …, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
It is believed that processing biomass into biofuel is an efficient way to create clean energy
with no carbon footprint while also assuring suitable waste disposal methods. The objective …

Investigating the properties and agronomic benefits of onion peel and chicken feather-derived biochars

AG Adeniyi, EC Emenike, AO Ezzat, KO Iwuozor… - Heliyon, 2024 - cell.com
Biochar production from unconventional biomass, specifically onion peel (OP) and chicken
feathers (CF), was investigated in this study. Two distinct biochars were produced by doping …

Teak leaf biochar production for sustainable forest waste management at low temperatures

AG Adeniyi, KO Iwuozor, MA Ajala, EC Emenike… - Biofuels, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
This study investigates the possibilities of producing biochar from teak leaves as an
environmentally beneficial approach to managing forest waste in a sustainable manner …

Removal of phenol from wastewater using Luffa cylindrica fibers in a packed bed column: Optimization, isotherm and kinetic studies

S Ogunniyi, EC Emenike, KO Iwuozor, JO Ighalo… - Heliyon, 2024 - cell.com
This research entails a comparison of the effectiveness of unmodified Luffa cylindrica fiber in
a fully packed bed (RLCF) and NaOH-modified Luffa cylindrica fiber in another fully packed …

Eco-friendly composite materials: enhancing sustainability with sugarcane bagasse biochar and polystyrene resin

KO Iwuozor, SA Abdulkareem, MA Amoloye… - Sugar Tech, 2024 - Springer
Composite materials play a vital role in enhancing sustainability across various industries.
This study focuses on the development of eco-friendly composites through the integration of …