Virtual Talk by SAMAIDEN

Speaker 1: Mr. Muhammad Ammar Johari (Biogas & Biomass - Bioenergy Manager) 

Title: Fundamentals of Biomass Power Plants Using Empty Fruit Bunch (EFB) as Feedstock 

Empty Fruit Bunch (EFB), a byproduct of palm oil production, presents a sustainable and abundant feedstock option for biomass power generation. This presentation will explore the fundamentals of biomass power plants with a specific focus on utilizing EFB as the primary fuel source. Key topics include the characteristics and advantages of EFB, its energy potential, and the technologies used for its conversion into electricity, such as combustion and gasification. The session will also address the challenges of handling EFB, including its moisture content and processing requirements, as well as solutions for optimizing energy efficiency and reducing emissions. Attendees will learn about the environmental benefits of EFB-based biomass power, such as waste reduction and lower greenhouse gas emissions, along with the economic implications for the palm oil industry and renewable energy markets. This presentation is ideal for those who are interested in the application of EFB in biomass energy production and its role in advancing sustainable energy solutions. 


 Speaker 2: Mr. Khoo Jong Bor (Solar - Technical Manager) 

 Title: Advancements in Solar Panel Technology 

This presentation covers the different models of PV panel models (P-Type, N-Type, Thin Film, monofacial, bifacial, no frame); different schemes in Malaysia (FIT, NEM, SELCO, PPA); job opportunities, business growth & technology maturity; the industry growth for other sectors (inverters, cables, BESS).

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CEGT Technical Talk - Decarbonized through Industrial Energy Efficient Application and Carbon Credit (11/09/2024)

This is a talk to explore how advanced technologies and innovative practices at Industrial System Supply & Engineering Services Sdn. Bhd (ISSES) help industries achieve net zero through efficient energy solutions, reducing emissions and costs while paving the way for a sustainable future.

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CEGT Technical Talk - Progress in Measurement Technology for Understanding Phenomena at Various Scales in River Basins and Examples of Its Applications (05/09/2024)

Recently, in the field of river engineering, various information such as river topography, water level, surface flow velocity, vegetation volume and turbidity can be obtained at high resolution using UAVs equipped with RGB cameras, infrared cameras, lasers, and so on. In addition, new observation techniques such as topography, detailed velocity distribution, and the amount of bedload and suspended sediment have been developed using an ultrasonic Doppler velocimeter (ADCP). In this lecture, the speaker will introduce the results of laboratory's research using the latest measurement techniques, such as the observation of flow and sediment dynamics during floods in a large river in Bangladesh and the management of discharge capacity in a river with much vegetation in Japan, and river development that considers fish habitat. In addition, some of the research results on the Perak River using images taken by satellite, which is currently being conducted in collaboration with Professor Nakayama's laboratory at UTAR, will also be presented.

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CEGT Technical Talk - Separation Process in Oil & Fats and Oleochemicals Industry (28/08/2024)

Industrial separation processes are very important to obtain products with desired specification. The features of the separators, design criteria and their internal design are crucial to whole processing plant to maintain it cost-effectiveness and sustainability. In the talk, the importance of the design parameters of each unit operation for optimum operation of an oil and fats, and oleochemical plant and their safety features will be shared.

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CEGT Technical Talk - Design Project, Theory and Practice (22/08/2024)

The academic design project focuses on “Doing the Project Right” with a framework provided to the students. In industry, however, the initial emphasis is on “Doing the Right Project,” where all key parameters must be selected based on business requirements. This talk will be centered on Process Synthesis and will address the structured approach to “Doing the Right Project”. Topics such as Front End Loading, Safety and Risk Assessment, Technology Readiness Level, Cost Estimation, and Critical Thinking will be discussed.

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Learning Trip to Top Glove Plant (06/08/2024)

This is a learning trip to Top Glove Plant to learn their production line and also learn how they practice the sustainable development in their site, such as wastewater treatment, waste management via R&D for new product development from waste materials, water reclamation plant.

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Webinar - Renewal of Public Space in Urban Historic Areas under the Synergy of Cultural Heritage and Life - A Case Study of Zhonglouwan Area in Beijing (02/08/2024)

This is a webinar organized by Faculty of Engineering and Green Technology (FEGT) and Centre of Environment and Green Technology (CEGT).

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Webinar - Malaysia Energy Literacy Program: Renewable Energy (13/12/2023)

This is a webinar organized by Department of Business and Public Administration (FBF) and Centre of Environment and Green Technology.

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CEGT Technical Talk - Implementing Environmental, Health, and Safety Practices in Industry (29/11/2023)

The implementation of Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) practices in industry is a crucial undertaking that transcends compliance and regulatory requirements. It is a holistic approach that considers the well-being of both the organization's employees and its operating environment. This technical talk delves into the multifaceted aspects of EHS implementation, highlighting its importance, challenges, and strategies for success.

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CEGT Nano Workshop (02/11/2023)

The objectives of this workshop are (1) to cultivate the research interest of undergraduate students to further study, and (2) to enhance the laboratory skill of students in nano-related lab work. 

This workshop will be equipped with research talk and practical session. 

Students will gain the knowledge from the talk and having chance to practice psychomotor skill in practical session.

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CEGT Technical Talk - Bioconversion of Waste to Feed: Are Insects the Solution? (06/09/2023)

The presentation explores the potential of utilising insects as a sustainable and efficient method to convert organic waste into valuable animal feed. It highlights the environmental challenges posed by landfills and sheds lights on the remarkable ability of insects to break down organic matter and transform it into nutrient-rich biomass to alleviate food scarcity and reduce waste.

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CEGT Technical Talk - Process Design in Practice (09/08/2023)

This talk highlights the importance of Chemical Engineering fundamentals and practical equipment knowledge in achieving successful process design, by showcasing practical design examples such as gravity separation, gas dehydration, gas compression, and gas solubility. In the process design, it is crucial to leave one's comfort zone by questioning the suitability of models, verifying units, delving into details, and testing answers to the design problem. These skills are essential for chemical engineers to meet current sustainability, decarbonization, and climate change challenges, ensuring optimal process design outcomes.

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Joint Seminar - Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman and National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (05/07/2023)

This is a joint seminar between Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman and National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University. 

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Industrial Talk - Green House Gases: Introduction and Need To Knows!

This is an industrial talk organized by CEGT in collaboration with Galaxy Tech Solutions (KL) Sdn Bhd.

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Seminar - Solid Waste Management In Circular Economy (31/01/2023)

Seminar organized by CEGT in collaboration with Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering, Centre of Excellence in Water Research, India.

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2nd Postgraduate Colloquium on Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) 2022 (12/10/2022)

In this new millennium, science and technology bridge the communication of people globally with the purposes of adventuring into the unknowns and improving the quality of human life. This Postgraduate Colloquium 2022 is set to be a multidisciplinary research colloquium that draws quality research primarily from UTAR postgraduates on a wide variety of important scientific areas. Based on the theme “Towards Innovative Research in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)”, this colloquium takes into awareness the vital knowledge provided by science, engineering and technology in the advancement of our race. Hence, this colloquium aims to serve as an academic platform for researchers to present their research findings in all aspects of STEM to encourage substantive knowledge transfer. Furthermore, UTAR undergraduate students are given an opportunity to have a better overview and understanding of the UTAR postgraduate programme, thus developing and strengthening a community of future scientists that will help to drive the advancement of science.

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 STEM2022 Link: https://utarstem.wixsite.com/utarstem-2022

CEGT Technical Talk - Health awareness of soil contamination and the potential of soil stabilizers in immobilizing heavy metals in soil (20/09/2022)

Immobilization is among the most suitable strategies to remediate metal-polluted soil. Organic stabilizers have emerged as highly efficient, cost effective, and environment friendly immobilizers that may reduce the leachable potential of heavy metals. Organic stabilizers are widely regarded as traditional sources of essential plant nutrients as well as agents for improving soil health and quality. In this talk, we will discuss various kinds of bio-waste or biomass as valuable organic stabilizers that promote efficacy and environmental safety.

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CEGT Guest Lecture Talk - Research & Applications of Biomimetic Structural Materials (08/09/2022)

After evolution, Natural plants and living creatures possess various delicate and functional micro- or sub-macro structures, making them adapt well to various harsh living environments. Inspired by these amazing bionic structures, scientists and engineers can design and fabricate materials or structures with biomimetic structures and test the biomimic strategies in real applications. In this talk, the light weight but strong Coconut tree wooden structure is simulated for controlling bending strength of fiber enhanced polyurethane foam structures; the “Bouligand” micro-structure of Peacock mantis shrimp is tested in a bullet proof application.

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Virtual Public Lecture on Environmental Education (27/08/2022)

The public lecture will introduce the history, educational impact, cooperation with the stakeholders, problem faced, current situation for environmental education and nature conservation with specific focus on “Firefly” which has been carried out by a volunteer group at Nagareyama City in Japan. 

 The second part of the lecture will be focusing on solid waste management issues. It will revisit the history of how Japan had been dealing with waste management issues and what can be learned from it to be best applied in Malaysia. It will also introduce the recent grass-root level efforts of community and general public in 3R activities for resources recovery and waste minimization.

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CEGT Technical Talk - Challenges faced by palm oil mills on effluent discharge and proposed solutions (11/08/2022)

The process of oil extraction from the fruit bunches generates high volume of palm oil mill effluent (POME) from the palm oil mill industries. Typically, palm oil is produced through a series of sterilization, stripping, digestion, oil extraction and oil clarification process, then followed by kernel separation and drying. Thus, despite its contribution to Malaysia’s economy, palm oil mill effluent has become the major pollutant contributed by palm oil mills when discharge to the environment. Conventional ponding system for POME treatment is still commonly used in Malaysia due to the geographical area where large land is available and constant warm environment to support the treatment of POME. This Industrial sharing session aims to highlight the main challenges faced in term of POME treatment and present protentional effective solutions.

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Seminar - Water in Circular Economy (27/07/2022)

Seminar series organized by Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) in collaboration with Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar (SSN) College of Engineering, India.

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