The Centre for Biomass Energy Studies (CBES) is a research and development (R&D) Centre under the GREEN Institute at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT). CBES specializes in research and development (R&D) in bio-chemical conversion technologies, biomass thermal-chemical conversion technologies, biomass-based chemical production technologies, waste treatment technologies/circular production/economy and bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) technologies.
Key research focus areas includesolid biomass combustion, pyrolysis and gasification, biomass gasification and power generation, biodiesel, fuel ethanol, synthesized fuels, municipal solid waste (MSW) treatment and utilization amongst other areas.
Besides research and development, the center also carries out projects in:
- Capacity development through approved and accredited technical and professional education and skills training, seminars, workshops, and conferences
- Biomass fuels strategy (sustainably managed woodlands, sustainable consumption) development and implementation
- Biomass based thermal (steam, hot water, hot air) energy systems design, simulation, performance audit and optimization, inspection, and certification amongst other services.
- Biomass resources mapping and potential evaluation
- Biomass projects carbon offset assessment
- Policy, legal and regulatory support on biomass fuel projects
- Knowledge management and awareness-raising amongst stakeholders
- Investment and business promotion along biomass energy value chain
Green economy advancement
