Murad Attiah

Chemical Engineering

Saudi Aramco

Murad Attiah is a Chemical Engineering graduate from the University of Arizona (Class of 2019) with seven years of industry experience at Sau di Aramco. Throughout his career, he has held key roles as a Process Engineer and Environmental Engineer, contributing to operational excellence and sustainability initiatives within the oil and gas sector

Participates in

TECHNICAL PROGRAMME | Energy Technologies

Advancing the Circular Economy & Value of Life Cycle Analyses
Forum 22 | Digital Poster Plaza 4
29
April
14:00 16:00
UTC+3
Introduction: The increasing global demand for renewable energy sources has necessitated innovative approaches to waste management that also contribute to energy production. Anaerobic digestion, a biological process that converts organic waste into biogas, offers a promising solution to both energy and environmental challenges. This abstract presents an innovative approach to anaerobic digestion, specifically designed for the co-treatment of sludge and municipal waste, with the aim of enhancing biogas yield and overall efficiency.

Methodology: The proposed initiative involves a novel anaerobic digestion system optimized for processing mixed waste streams, including sludge and municipal waste. Key innovations include a specialized microbial blend that accelerates the digestion process and an advanced reactor design that maintains ideal environmental conditions for biogas production. The system integrates real-time monitoring and control mechanisms to ensure optimal performance.

Results: Preliminary studies and pilot-scale trials have demonstrated significant improvements in biogas yield and waste reduction efficiency compared to conventional methods. The innovative approach not only increases energy output but also reduces operational costs and environmental impact.

Conclusion: This initiative represents a groundbreaking advancement in waste-to-energy conversion, offering a sustainable and scalable solution for energy production while addressing global waste management challenges. By aligning with the themes of innovation, sustainability, and energy security, this approach is poised to make a substantial contribution to the discussions at the 25th WPC Energy Congress.