Rishikesh Deshpande

Overview of agricultural and forestry residues, challenges in handling and transport, and approaches to convert residues into dense fuels (briquettes/pellets), plus recommendations for policy and stakeholder action.

Review of AI and machine learning applications across the bioenergy system lifecycle, including prediction of feedstock properties, conversion performance, end-use systems, and supply chain planning.

A detailed article on the technology, benefits, applicability, and challenges of co-firing biomass with coal in existing coal-fired boilers, with context specific to India.

Article discussing the history and potential of bioenergy, biomass conversion processes, governance mechanisms, rural development opportunities, and the role of digital platforms in the bioenergy supply chain.