Tag: University of Queensland

University of Queensland produce green chemicals from CO2, water and electricity

University of Queensland produce green chemicals from CO2, water and electricity

June 24, 2026 |

In Australia, University of Queensland researchers have developed a new method to produce industrial chemicals commonly used in agriculture, textiles and pharmaceuticals with only carbon dioxide (CO₂), water and electricity. The first-of-its-kind electrochemical generator offers high‑emissions industries a safer and more environmentally friendly pathway to convert waste CO₂ into useful products, while reducing the need for fossil-fuel‑based chemical manufacturing. The generator is powered by […]

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University of Queensland researchers ID two weed species as good solid biomass fuel

University of Queensland researchers ID two weed species as good solid biomass fuel

September 9, 2025 |

In Australia, several species of invasive weeds could become a source of renewable bioenergy, according to University of Queensland research. Researchers assessed the potential to convert 15 weed species found west of Brisbane into biomass pellets to be used as a solid biomass fuel with two vines, Brazilian Nightshade and Climbing Asparagus, found to be […]

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University of Queensland identifies invasive weeds as lignin‑rich feedstock

University of Queensland identifies invasive weeds as lignin‑rich feedstock

August 4, 2025 |

In Australia (Queensland), University of Queensland researchers have reported that 15 invasive weed species around Ipswich—including Brazilian Nightshade and Climbing Asparagus—contain high lignin contents (~25 %), making them promising feedstock for compacted biomass pellets. The initiative aims to convert environmental nuisance species into sustainable feedstock for biodiesel and renewable diesel, promoting circular economy innovation. While early in development, the […]

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