Fenni Amadhila
Evaluating the potential of Ulva rigida for carbon capture and the development of bio-bricks
The aim of this study is to evaluate the potential of U. rigida as a sustainable source for carbon capture
and its utilisation in the development of eco-friendly bio-bricks contributing to sustainable construction
practices and climate change mitigation.
and its utilisation in the development of eco-friendly bio-bricks contributing to sustainable construction
practices and climate change mitigation.
- What is the carbon sequestration capacity of U. rigida under controlled conditions (pH, light
intensity, CO2 concentration, nutrient levels and temperature)? - What are the growth rates and biomass production levels of U. rigida under controlled
conditions (pH, light intensity, CO2 concentration, nutrient levels and temperature)? - How can the biomass of U. rigida be effectively utilised in the production of sustainable bio-
bricks? - How do the mechanical properties (compressive strength, water absorption and freeze-thaw
resistance test) of bio-bricks compared to those of traditional bricks?
Veruschka Dumeni
Assessing the potential of Macrocystis pyrifera in carbon removal and storage through biomass conversion
The overall aim of this study is to systematically assess the carbon removal and sequestration capacity of Macrocystis pyrifera, mainly when the final fate of the biomass is the conversion into materials for long-term carbon storage.
- On average, how much carbon is removed and fixed by M. pyrifera on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. How substantial is this amount?
- How does seasonal and environmental variability, such as nutrient availability, light intensity, and water temperature, influence the carbon fixation and storage capacity of M. pyrifera?
- What are the optimal methods for harvesting and processing M. pyrifera biomass to maximise carbon sequestration in processed materials for long-term storage?
- How does the composition and structure of M. pyrifera biomass influence the quality and stability of the processed material for carbon storage?
- What is the long-term carbon storage capacity of biochar produced from M. pyrifera biomass, and how do soil and environmental conditions influence biochar stability?
Clifford Hansen
Comparative Analysis of Typha capensis and Phragmites australis for Phytoremediation and Carbon Sequestration with Potential Pathways for Bioplastic Production.
The overarching objective of this study is to assess the efficacy of Typha capensis and Phragmites
australis in phytoremediation and carbon sequestration, as well as to investigate the potential of
their biomass for bioplastic manufacture.
australis in phytoremediation and carbon sequestration, as well as to investigate the potential of
their biomass for bioplastic manufacture.
- How successful are Typha capensis and Phragmites australis at removing pollutants from
water sources? - What is each species' carbon sequestration potential?
- Can the cellulose derived from these plants be utilised to make bioplastics?
- What are the mechanical characteristics and biodegradability of bioplastics derived from
these species?
sequestration capability of the two plant species as well as physical characteristics of produced bioplastics
Hilia Hatutale
Evaluating the potential of water hyacinth and Cyaperus papyrus in carbon sequestration and wastewater phytoremediation
This study aims to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of water hyacinth and Cyaperus papyrus in carbon sequestration, wastewater treatment, and heavy metal removal, while also determining optimal conditions for their efficacy and understanding their potential impacts and limitations in diverse environmental settings.
- How much carbon do aquatic plants, water hyacinth and Cyaperus papyrus, absorb out of contaminated water systems?
- How efficient is water hyacinth and Cyaperus papyrus as phytoremediation plants?
- Which aquatic plant between water hyacinth and Cyaperus papyrus can effectively sequester carbon, remove heavy metals and efficiently treat wastewater?
