SYMSITES Klink 2023-07-05 2025-01-29 17:52:43 en-EN Food Residue Biomass Waste Management Michalopoulos, I., G. M. Lytras, D. Mathioudakis, C. Lytras, A. Goumenos, I. Zacharopoulos, K. Papadopoulou, and G. Lyberatos, “Hydrogen and Methane Production from Food Residue Biomass Product (FORBI)”, Waste and Biomass Valorization, Vol. 11, No. 5, May 1, 2020, pp. 1647–1655. FORBI – Food Residue Biomass is the category of organic waste materials originating from the agri-food supply chain that can be repurposed or valorized for energy production, bio-based materials, soil amendment, animal feed, or other industrial uses. It is considered a sustainable and renewable resource, as it provides an alternative to fossil-based feedstocks while contributing to waste reduction and circular economy goals. These residues include: Crop residues (e.g., stalks, leaves, husks) Food processing by-products (e.g., peels, pulp, shells, bones) Retail and household food waste (e.g., expired or spoiled food, leftovers) Slaughterhouse waste (e.g., blood, fat, organs) Source: From agriculture, food industry, retail, and households Composition: Rich in organic matter (carbohydrates, fats, proteins, fibers) Potential uses: Anaerobic digestion (biogas) Composting (soil improver) Biochar production Feedstock for bio-based products 2025-05-21 15:20:06