ELECTRICITY GENERATION FROM TREES: HARNESSING NATURE'S POTENTIAL FOR SUSTAINABLE ENERGY
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Fossil energy source is the oldest method of generating the world electricity. The use of this energy source causes environmental damages and pollutions. Exhaust gas emissions from energy generation with coal fuel contribute global emissions. Alternative energy sources that can be renewable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly (green) need to be developed to reduce environmental pollution. This research was conducted to explore alternative energy sources that are green, namely the source of electrical energy from living plants. Research on the generation of electrical energy from living plants has been widely carried out and gives satisfying results. In this study, the living plants studied were domestic plants so that the electricity generated could be used for lighting or sources of charging batteries for electronic devices or electric vehicles. The generation of electrical energy is carried out on each tree by using different electrodes combinations that work according to the principle of the Voltaic cell. The electric voltage generated in each tree species varies according to the combination of the electrodes used and the distance between the two electrodes. Experiments carried out on avacado tree.
CHAPTER ONE
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the study
Electricity is one of the greatest technological innovations of mankind which has become a part of our daily life, almost all the appliances at homes, businesses and industries are running because of electricity (Gowtham et al, 2022). Over the coming decades, the power generation industry will face a daunting-challenges in meeting global energy needs. The need for reliable power generation has never been greater. One of the biggest barriers to reliable power generation is the ability to maintain complex power plant equipment. Progress towards green and autonomous energy sources includes harnessing living system and biological tissues which are sustainable in nature (Gowtham et al, 2022).
Supply of a reliable, adequate and economically priced power supply is vital for the socio-economic development of any country such as in Nigeria. It has been noted that the growth rate of the Nigeria population has a direct relationship with the growth in the per capital electricity consumption (Mshelia, 2011). The importance of energy to the Nigeria economy cannot be denied; it is underlying currency vital to the economic prosperity of the citizens. The population growth has already raised concerns over supply difficulties, exhaustion of energy resources and substantial environmental impacts (Albadi et al., 2011).
The development of every country in the contemporary world is largely depends on electricity.
The use of fossil fuel for electricity generation which are non-renewable are posing some environmental challenges. In addition, the depleting nature of fossil fuel will gradually reduce the ability of countries to generate electricity. Hence, alternative sources which are sustainable in nature is required (Fromm et al, 2021). As the harmful effects of pollution and greenhouse gas emissions become clearer and the need for sustainable development takes on a more central role in the global energy conversation, there seem to be a consensus among key players across the world that it is imperative to shift focus towards renewable energy (and other clean energy sources) to drive economic growth, not least in developing countries such as Nigeria, where the need for investment is greatest.
This global paradigm shift, along with various policy initiatives by governments to incentivize renewable energy development and financing has led to an unprecedented growth in renewable energy projects in many countries. Even for a country like Nigeria, where renewable energy has always featured in the energy mix (hydropower accounts for about 12.5 per cent of its on-grid energy), the current trend provides an opportunity to promote and attract sustainable investment in its energy sector.
Plant microbial fuel cells and glucose biofuel cells for example use organic matter from living plants and convert it into electricity (Meder et al, 2020). A key challenge internationally is the design of future electricity systems which will bring about emissions reductions and fuel security at least cost. The substitution of conventional energy sources with renewable energy sources offers considerable potential for reducing carbon emissions, not only in terms of a reduction in carbon dioxide (CO2) but also methane (CH4) which also contributes to global warming. Hence biomass is an appealing source of renewable energy for several reasons (Hadhazy, 2022). Although there are concerns that the use of biomass for energy production might compete with its utilization for food production, but planting of dedicated energy crops will assist in solving this problem. Trees has been identified as natural energy reservoirs, photosynthesizers of fuels (photosynthate), and collectors of solar radiation (Hadhazy, 2022). Their value has increased with the discovery of its electrical potential as the environmental concerns associated with non-renewable sources grows. The idea of generating electricity from trees may seem unconventional, yet it holds intriguing possibilities. For instance, in a study conducted by Hadhazy (2022), the electric potential difference in a tree is measured and documented through the two-year insertion of a non-polarizing electrode. During the vegetative phase, the amplitude of daily variations showed shifts between 15 and 50 mV. According to another study by Li et al., the mobility of ions in plant tissue was shown to boost conduction by providing an electrochemical gradient at each size and rate. In another study, the effective resistance of the apoplast along the leaf's midrib was observed to be inversely related to the leaf's breadth. As the leaf dry up, resistance increases rapidly, thus indicating that when there is no water present in the plant, resistance is higher. Based on these examples and earlier research, there is increasing evidence that living plants can produce energy (Li et al., 2021).
1.2 Problem statement
If there is one factor that has perpetually maintained the status of Nigeria as a less developed country, it is its electricity sector. Till date, many households and industrial businesses cannot be guaranteed of 24 hours supply of electricity from the National grid. At this stage of Nigeria’s social and economic development, the country cannot deliver sufficient energy to the citizens despite huge financial resources that have been expended in the sector (Albadi et al., 2018).
Rather, Nigerians have continued to rely on electricity generators for their power supply, fuel marketers are taking significant portion of households’ institutions of learning’s and businesses’ incomes to supply power, noise pollution from regular humming generators have become integral part of living for many Nigerians with imaginable consequences on their health. The usage of fossil fuels such as coal and oil in the generation of electricity creates massive pollution, and it leads to the reduction of life span to humans. Presently, Nigerians are also relying on battery powered portable devices in other to conserve energy. However, the drawback in batteries limits the purpose and be an obstacle to miniaturize the sensors. As per the batteries in concern, the batteries require periodical replacement, and the recycling of batteries is still a significant challenge. The precursor used for the fabrication of the batteries is highly hazards to human life and creates pollution to the environment (Vivekananthan et al., 2019). The disposal has many concerns regarding soil and water contamination as they contain a lot of heavy metals.
The demand for renewable energy has grown significantly over the years because of the deficiency of fossil fuels. The requirement for pollution-free green energy has made a shift towards renewable energy sources such as biomass. Living plants such as trees has become more valuable with the discovery of its electrical potential and their ability in maintaining the surrounding temperature in the face of global energy crisis and environmental concern (Li et al., 2021). Demand for these renewable energy leads to a reduction of pollution and leaning towards green energy environment. Hence, as trees has been discovered to have the potential to generate electricity, it cannot be overlooked as those potential can be used as a power source for low- powered devices. Problems associated with the use of tree biomass could be overcome relatively easy compare to fossil fuels.
- Aim and objectives
Green plants are good energy renewable source. The aim of this work is to generate electricity from green plants using avocado tree.
Objectives
- To setup an electricity from green plant generator prototype.
- To generate electricity at low cost that is capable of generating electrical energy during teaching in classrooms
- To reduce carbon discharges and subsequently reduce global warming particularly in a period when poor climatic change has become a threat to human survival and life in general to all living creatures hence an ever increasing concern to control it.
- To assess the electrical potential of avocado trees, that is, to identify reason why avocado is choose from other tree species.
- To study the advantages of generating electricity from green plants over other types of electricity generation.
- To become familiar with other materials involve in generating electricity from green plants.
1.4 Justification of the study
The proposed research on electricity generation from trees carries significant and potential impact due to the following justifications:
1. Renewable Energy Transition: The study explores the potential of trees as a renewable energy source, contributing to the global transition towards sustainable and clean energy. By harnessing electricity from trees, the research offers an environmentally friendly alternative to fossil fuels, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change.
2. Environmental Conservation: Understanding and implementing tree-based electricity generation systems can have a positive impact on environmental conservation. Trees are vital for carbon sequestration, and integrating them into electricity generation can enhance carbon offsetting efforts. This research can contribute to the preservation and restoration of forests, promoting biodiversity and supporting ecosystem services.
3. Sustainable Development: The study aligns with the principles of sustainable development by providing a renewable energy solution that respects ecological balance. Tree-based electricity generation systems can foster sustainable development by providing access to clean energy in remote areas, reducing dependence on centralized power grids, and promoting energy resilience and self-sufficiency.
4. Technological Advancements: The research encourages technological innovation in the field of bio-electrochemical systems and renewable energy. By optimizing the design and configuration of tree-based electricity generation systems, the study can lead to advancements in electrode materials, system efficiency, and power generation techniques. This can drive progress in related areas, such as bioenergy, bioelectronics, and sustainable energy storage.
5. Socio-economic Benefits: The study considers socio-economic factors, such as community engagement, local empowerment, and job creation. Implementing tree-based electricity generation systems can provide opportunities for rural development, enhance energy access in underserved areas, and stimulate local economies. This research can contribute to equitable and inclusive sustainable development.
- SCOPE OF THE PROJECT
The scope of this project covers generating electricity from trees which is an innovative concept that involves harnessing the natural processes of trees, such as photosynthesis and the flow of sap, to produce electrical power. The work involves using: (i) suitable tree species that are fast-growing, have a high sap flow rate, and are hardly enough to withstand the necessary modifications. Examples include willow, eucalyptus, and maple. (2) Electrodes for collecting electrical charges generated by the tree. Typically, you'll need an anode and a cathode made of conductive materials like copper or aluminum. (3) Conductive wires to connect the electrodes to an electrical circuit for harvesting and storing the electricity. (4) Power storage to store the electricity generated, you'll need batteries or supercapacitors.
- Significance of the study
This device can be used as a standalone power generating device which can be used to provide a sustainable, efficient and renewable energy to the society most especially for people in a remote or rural areas where conventional electricity infrastructure is lacking for a small scale applications such as powering portable devices like LEDs, or charging portable devices.
Generating electricity from tree will serve as one of the best means of generating a reliable and uninterrupted supply which can run appliances efficiently and continuously.
In generating electricity from a tree, the transportation of the electricity is very easy once the transportation lines are functional. They can work for years and need no or very less maintenance.
Generating electricity from tree is also cost effective. Once the initial investment has been made, the plant will continue to produce electricity with very little maintenance required. Generating electricity from tree will also save as a means of reducing carbon footprint and save money on your energy bills.
Generating electricity from tree is more reliable than other sources of generating a renewable energy. Unlike wind and solar power, which can be intermittent, green plants, will continue to generate electricity 24hours a day, seven days a week, making them an ideal choice for businesses that need a reliable power source.
Also, green plants have small ecological footprint, which means they require less land, and resources to produce the same amount of electricity as traditional fossil fuel sources.
Having a green plant generating electricity as a property is scalable in that it’s easy to add more plants as the need for electricity increases. This feature makes it more advantageous and flexible than other traditional forms of electrical generation like coal-fired plants which are very difficult to expand.
Generating electricity from green plants are easy to operate and require very little training. Once the plant is built, it will continue to generate electricity with vert little input from you.
Trees equipped with electricity-generating systems can be used to power environmental sensors, providing real-time data on climate, soil conditions, and pollution levels.
The concept of this work is to help student involved to have more ideas on how to generate electricity from green plants thereby expanding their knowledge about renewable energy generation.
CHAPTER FIVE
4.1 CONCLUSION
This paper presents electric power harvesting from live plants for smart farm applications. The results of the experiment proved that the PMFC principle can harvest electrical energy at a maximum voltage of 0.65 millivolts and can be boosted with a BQ 25504 boost converter. The voltage rises to 3.12 volts, which is sufficient to supply a sensor node in WSN. In addition to that, the proposed concept can also sense the change in the soil moisture environment with another pair of electrodes. This makes it very cost-effective to manage the power supplied to WSN.
This work presents electric power harvesting from live green plant for a smart farm applications . The result showed the green plant live avocado can generate electricity but at little voltage which can be boosted to using a voltage boost converter. When the voltage converter was used, the voltage generated was seen moved from 0.65v to 3.12volts, which is sufficient tp supply power to a node in WSN. Also, the proposed method of generating power can also be used in monitoring change in the soil moisture environment with another pair of electrodes.
5.2 RECOMMENDATION
After completing this project and learning do’s and don’ts. of the work, recommendations were made which will serve as a guide to other students who will wish to embark on the same work or other related works:
- During the test it was discovered the the generated voltage was to small to power other dc appliances, therefore we recommend the student embarking on this work or any other related work will need providing a means of generating higher voltage such that can charge appliances like cellphone or other rechargeable appliances.
- Apart from copper and aluminum electrode was used in this work, other electrode such as copper and aluminum can be used in the future work.
- All electrode pairs are suitable for use with comparable results and costs. This research needs to be further developed by studying the effects of soil chemistry and loading tests by another student.
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