The fast expansion of solar photovoltaic (PV) technology has placed it as a prominent participant in the worldwide transition towards renewable energy but the rising quantity of end-of-life (EOL) solar panels creates substantial environmental and economic issues. This review paper addresses the composition and construction of solar panels, present recycling procedures, and the accompanying social, …

Sustainable Solar – Recycling Photovoltaic Panels for a Greener TomorrowRead More

Energy is crucial for socio-economic development, and energy scarcity is a significant issue due to the depletion of fossil fuels, population growth, globalization, environmental pollution, and global warming. Renewable energy is a new frontier for academia and research. Approximately 40% of the world’s population lacks regular access to electricity, mainly in less developed countries. This …

Innovative Applications of Mechatronics in Advancing Sustainable Energy SolutionsRead More

Industrial boilers in Sri Lanka are essential to fulfilling energy requirements in production processes in many industries. However, burning fuels to get needed energy for boiler operations has become a problem for the environment. Many different solid, liquid and gaseous fuels are used in industrial boilers to generate enough heat to produce steam or hot …

Implementation of alternative fuel sources to reduce air pollution in industrial boilersRead More

The boiler is one of the most energy-consuming applications in industries. In Sri Lanka, several biomass sources can be used as alternative renewable fuels for the boiler. Various industries use biomass boilers. Biomass boilers also emit some air pollutants, which should be minimized. Also, deforestation to meet the biomass demand is another problem. Using suitable …

Alternative Fuel Sources to Reduce Air Pollution in Industrial BoilersRead More