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New technique could accelerate waste-to-methane production

January 10, 2020 Energi Staff

By Brent Wittmeier This article was published by Folio on Jan. 10, 2020. University of Alberta engineers have found a way to turn waste fat, oil and grease into a steady supply of renewable energy. [Read more]

Swan Hills hybrid geothermal power plant under construction

August 1, 2019 Energi Staff

By Katie Willis This article was published by Folio on July 31, 2019. Final engineering is underway for the construction of a pilot project in Swan Hills, Alta., that combines the power of geothermal energy [Read more]

U of A researcher creates biodegradable cling wrap from canola

July 18, 2019 Energi Staff

By Bev Betkowski This article was published Folio on July 18, 2019. A University of Alberta researcher has found a new use for a canola byproduct, providing potential for diverse markets beyond China. Canola straw—the [Read more]