Bioenergy Crops
Crops for Renewable Energy
Cultivation of plant species for use in producing biofuels, electricity, and thermal energy.
Solar Pasteurizers are low-cost, fuel-free devices that use solar thermal energy to heat water or milk to temperatures sufficient to kill harmful pathogens (typically above 63°C for milk, and 65°C for water). Unlike boiling, pasteurization conserves energy and preserves nutrients while making liquids safe for consumption.
These systems range from simple DIY glass-and-metal boxes to parabolic concentrators and vacuum-tube models. They are ideal for rural households, small dairy producers, schools, and clinics in areas lacking reliable fuel or electricity.
Solar pasteurization contributes to public health by reducing waterborne and milk-borne disease, while also supporting food safety, nutrition, and women's livelihoods in dairy value chains.
