Recently, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) organised a Technology Transfer Event for its innovative technology “Bio-Bitumen from Lignocellulosic Biomass – From Farm Residue to Roads” for large-scale industry adoption in New Delhi.
About Bio-Bitumen:
It is made using non-petroleum-based renewable resources and can be made from vegetable oils, synthetic polymers, or both.
Materials used: Renewable organic materials, such as plant-based oils, agricultural waste, or biomass.
These materials undergo a special processing method to create a high-quality binder that is similar to traditional bitumen.
It is an alternative to petroleum-based bitumen that lowers both carbon emissions and import dependency,
Bio-bitumen production involves multiple steps, depending on the source material used.
Advantages:
Sustainable: It is generated from renewable materials. This makes it a more environmentally friendly alternative to petroleum-based bitumen, which is derived from limited resources.
Low Carbon Footprint: As it is derived from organic materials that have absorbed carbon dioxide during their development, it often has a lower environmental impact than standard bitumen.
Improved environmental performance: It is less toxic and detrimental to the environment than regular bitumen. It contains fewer heavy metals and other hazardous pollutants.
Applications: It is versatile and may be utilised in a variety of applications, including road paving, roofing, and waterproofing.
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