Summary:

This study explores the potential of using briquettes from agro-waste materials as a clean energy source, employing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to optimize production and energy output. The research aims to provide a sustainable solution to environmental destruction, climatic conditions, pollution, and human health issues associated with traditional energy sources.

Introduction

Biomas Dominance: More than 90% of Ugandan households in urban, semi-urban and rural setting use biomass including firewood and charcoal for cooking which have devastating environmental consequences, including deforestation, climate change, and air pollution.

Interventions: The government of Uganda aims to increase clean cooking fuel usage from 15% to 50% by 2030 through initiatives like free LPG cylinders and tax waivers. However, less than 6% of households currently use clean fuels.

Satisfaction: Due to influence of several factors including reliability, affordability, and cooking performance form key barriers to clean energy transition. For example, households often find biomass more satisfying due to taste and tradition.

Briquettes: Briquettes from agro-waste materials offer a cleaner alternative.

CFD Models: The research study utilizes CFD Models based on Non-Linear PDEs to investigate the  processes of carbonization, optimization of briquettes production, analysis of energy output, carbon trade, and economic impact.