World Biofuel Day 2026: Waste-to-fuel as sustainable alternatives Biotechnology IIC 10-08-2026
The Department of Biotechnology, Brainware University, participated in an international webinar titled “World Biofuel Day 2026: Waste-to-Fuel as Sustainable Alternatives”, which focused on sustainable waste-to-energy technologies and their potential to address global energy and environmental challenges. The session featured Dr. Subhabrata Dev, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, University of Alaska Anchorage, USA, who delivered an insightful talk on innovative approaches for converting agricultural residues, food waste, municipal organic waste, wastewater sludge, and livestock manure into renewable fuels such as biohythane, biomethane, biohydrogen, biodiesel, and bioethanol. Students and faculty members gained valuable insights into recent developments in microbial biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, resource recovery, and the commercialisation potential of waste-derived biofuels. The webinar also highlighted the role of these technologies in sustainable energy production, waste management, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, and the transition towards a circular bioeconomy. The session facilitated knowledge exchange and encouraged interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and the adoption of sustainable practices, enhancing participants’ understanding of emerging waste-to-fuel technologies and their contribution to a climate-resilient and sustainable future.
