Evaluation of potential feedstocks for sustainable biogas production in Ghana: Quantification, energy generation, and CO
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Arthur, Richard; Baidoo, Martina Francisca; Osei, Gabriel; Boamah, Linda Appiah; Kwofie, Samuel K.

doi:10.1080/23311843.2020.1868162

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“…However, the study showed that only around half of the native poultry keepers and more than three-quarters of commercial farmers are involved in the composting of poultry wastes. Poultry manure can be converted into bioenergy [89][90][91][92], which may be used as an on-farm and household energy source with socio-economic and environmental benefits [46]. However, despite having numerous opportunities, Bangladesh is lagging in the generation of biogas at a large-scale.…”

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Poultry farmers' knowledge, attitude, and practices toward poultry waste management in Bangladesh

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Background and Aim: The improper handling of poultry litter and waste poses risks to humans and environment by introducing certain compounds, elements, and pathogenic microorganisms into the surrounding environment and food chain. However, understanding the farmers' knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) could provide insights into the constraints that hinder the appropriate adoption of waste management. Therefore, this study aimed to assess poultry farmers' KAP regarding waste management issues. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional KAP study was conducted with native poultry keepers and small-scale commercial poultry farmers in seven districts of Bangladesh. In the survey, 385 poultry producers were interviewed using validated structured questionnaires through face-to-face interviews to collect the quantitative data in their domiciles. Results: The overall KAP of farmers regarding poultry waste management issues demonstrated a low level of KAP (p = 0.001). The analysis shows that roughly 5% of farmers have a high level of knowledge of poultry waste management issues, followed by around one-third of respondents having a moderate level of knowledge. Considering the attitude domain, more than one-fifth of native poultry keepers and nearly two-thirds of commercial producers demonstrated a low level of attitude toward poultry waste management. Considering the overall analysis, roughly half of the respondents found a high level of attitude, and over half of the farmers showed a moderate level of attitude toward poultry waste management issues. The analysis showed that the level of good practices for native and commercial poultry production systems is estimated at 77.3% versus 45.9%, respectively, despite the farmers' lesser knowledge and attitudes toward poultry waste management systems. Overall, analysis showed that nearly 60% and 40% of poultry producers had high and moderate levels, respectively, of good practices in poultry waste management issues. Conclusion: Analysis of the KAP data shows that farmers had a low level of KAP toward poultry waste management. The result of this study will assist in formulating appropriate strategies and to adopt poultry waste management solutions by poultry farmers to reduce environmental degradation. Keywords: attitude, knowledge, poultry waste, practice, waste management.

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Poultry farmers' knowledge, attitude, and practices toward poultry waste management in Bangladesh

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“…[22][23][24][25] Biogas-specific resource case studies, like this investigation, have been produced throughout the world. 13,14,[26][27][28][29][30][31][32][33][34][35][36] Other assessments include temporal availability and geographic distribution of the resource. 37,38 Finally, case studies specific to island economies, as is this work, are in the literature.…”

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“…There are many general biomass resource assessments for smaller countries or districts, often called “case studies” 22–25 . Biogas‐specific resource case studies, like this investigation, have been produced throughout the world 13,14,26–36 . Other assessments include temporal availability and geographic distribution of the resource 37,38 .…”

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Resources for renewable natural gas: A Hawaii case study

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2022

Env Prog and Sustain Energy

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Feedstock resources for renewable natural gas (RNG) production by biological (e.g., anaerobic digestion) and thermochemical (e.g., gasification) conversion methods in Hawaii have been reviewed. Statewide estimates of RNG production potential from urban resources (wastewater, existing landfills, foodwaste, construction and demolition waste (CDW), and municipal solid waste) total 8860 TJ year À1 . Honolulu has the largest resource base for these urban waste streams. Underutilized agricultural land resources in the state could support substantial RNG production from dedicated energy crops (260-520 GJ ha À1 year À1 ), although agronomic suitability of specific candidate energy crops would need to be evaluated and confirmed.

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“…Indeed, recent renewable energy programs and initiatives have proven to have great potential in significantly reducing poverty and promoting the country's socioeconomic growth, especially in rural areas. According to Arthur et al [33], most of the current renewable energy projects in the country are being implemented by the government as new initiatives or on a short-term basis, with low private sector participation. As a result, there is no obvious integrated strategy for the long-term development and promotion of the country's various renewable energy resources [33].…”

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“…According to Arthur et al [33], most of the current renewable energy projects in the country are being implemented by the government as new initiatives or on a short-term basis, with low private sector participation. As a result, there is no obvious integrated strategy for the long-term development and promotion of the country's various renewable energy resources [33].…”

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An Empirical Study of Renewable Energy Technology Acceptance in Ghana Using an Extended Technology Acceptance Model

2021

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Energy consumption, and its impact on the environment, has become an increased focal point in Ghana, a sub-Saharan African country, following population growth and rapid urbanization. Ghana has high potential for renewable energy generation; nevertheless, low acceptance and usage have been found. An extensive study is required to understand the causes driving poor acceptability and the intentions to use renewable energy. This study aims to empirically investigate the acceptance of renewable energy using an extended technology acceptance model (TAM). A cross-sectional survey was conducted, from 1 February 2021 to 30 June 2021, using a self-administered questionnaire. The survey was carried out on Ghanaian adults of the age 18 years and above. Data was collected from 1068 respondents from Ghana’s northern and southern parts and analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) with SmartPLS software. The results of the data analysis reveal that environmental awareness is the biggest predictor of the intention to use renewable energy in Ghana. Perceived affordability was also found to be the most significant predictor of attitudes towards the use of renewable energy in Ghana. The findings of this research will give policymakers, manufacturers, and the providers of renewable energy appliances a better understanding of the factors that determine the intention to use renewable energy.

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Evaluation of potential feedstocks for sustainable biogas production in Ghana: Quantification, energy generation, and CO ₂ abatement

Cited by 17 publications

References 47 publications

Poultry farmers' knowledge, attitude, and practices toward poultry waste management in Bangladesh

Poultry farmers' knowledge, attitude, and practices toward poultry waste management in Bangladesh

Resources for renewable natural gas: A Hawaii case study

An Empirical Study of Renewable Energy Technology Acceptance in Ghana Using an Extended Technology Acceptance Model

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Evaluation of potential feedstocks for sustainable biogas production in Ghana: Quantification, energy generation, and CO 2 abatement

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References 47 publications

Poultry farmers' knowledge, attitude, and practices toward poultry waste management in Bangladesh

Poultry farmers' knowledge, attitude, and practices toward poultry waste management in Bangladesh

Resources for renewable natural gas: A Hawaii case study

An Empirical Study of Renewable Energy Technology Acceptance in Ghana Using an Extended Technology Acceptance Model

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Evaluation of potential feedstocks for sustainable biogas production in Ghana: Quantification, energy generation, and CO ₂ abatement