Science & Technology
Researchers at the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) have devised an innovative method to convert discarded tea leaves into bioethanol, offering a renewable and sustainable energy source. Using iron–zinc oxide nanocatalysts and microwave-assisted processing, the technique enhances reaction speed and efficiency, achieving a 75% yield of bioethanol.
This approach departs from conventional biofuel production that relies on food crops, instead transforming tea waste into a valuable resource. By tackling both waste management and clean energy needs, the breakthrough highlights how the Northeast can contribute to India’s broader renewable energy and sustainability goals
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