Upscaling the generation, commercialization and use of biomass waste-based green energy sources in Uganda

The by-products and waste streams of agricultural processes are currently not widely utilized. This project is aimed at fostering the use of biomass technologies to turn such agricultural by-products and waste into feedstock or fuel, as a means of adding value to farm produce and increasing farmers’ incomes. The manufacturing sector would also benefit from the transfer of technology for biogas burners, milk coolers, lighting equipment and appliances, briquette presses and other related equipment. Thus, the introduction of biomass technologies in the agricultural processing sector could create business opportunities, generate jobs and increase incomes, especially for micro-, small and medium-sized enterprises.