UFU Researchers Develop Waste-to-Electricity Technology in Minas Gerais
A project by researchers from UFU has secured R$ 10.9 million in funding from the Minas Gerais government to establish a thermochemical plant that converts organic and industrial waste into electricity. This initiative supports the state's environmental goals and aims to demonstrate practical applications of sustainable technologies.

Researchers at the Federal University of Uberlândia (UFU) have developed a thermochemical plant capable of converting organic and industrial waste into electricity, backed by R$ 10.9 million from the Minas Gerais government. The facility, occupying 752 square meters, can process up to 300 kilograms of waste per hour, generating enough electricity for about 250 households.
Utilizing materials such as biomass, recycled cardboard, and organic household waste, the plant produces biocarbon, bio-oil, and biogas, with the latter powering electricity-generating turbines. This project aligns with the state's Climate Action Plan and aims to facilitate the transition to a low-carbon economy.




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