Book Publications

11 result(s)

  1. Kumar A, Rosha P. Techno-economic assessment of the biomass carbonization process for charcoal production and sequestration. In: Encyclopedia of Renewable Energy Engineering, Elsevier, 2027, 194-205 (†). https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-29210-1.00050-9
  2. Kurian V, Gill M, Dhakal B, Kumar A. Recent trends in the pyrolysis and gasification of lignocellulosic biomass. In: Gurunathan B, Sahadevan R (eds.) Bioenergy and Biofuels, Vol. 2, Elsevier Inc., Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2022, 511-552 (†). https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-90040-9.00028-X
  3. Rahman MM, Oni AO, Gemechu ED, Kumar A. Environmental impact assessments of compressed air energy storage systems: A review. In: Fokaides PA, Kylili A, Georgali P (eds.) Environmental Assessment of Renewable Energy Conversion Technologies, Elsevier Inc., Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2022, 249-276 (†). https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-817111-0.00003-6
  4. Gemechu ED, Kumar A. The environmental performance of hydrogen production pathways based on renewable sources. In: Ren J (ed.). Renewable-Energy-Driven Future: Technologies, Applications, Sustainability and Policies, Academic Press, The Netherlands, 2020, 376-406 (†). https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-820539-6.00012-1
  5. Akbari M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. A review of the value-added chemicals and materials from bio-based lignin feedstocks. In: Choudhury I, Hashmi S (eds.). Encyclopedia of Renewable and Sustainable Materials, Vol. 3, Elsevier Inc., Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2020, 187-200 (†). http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-803581-8.11553-X
  6. Oyedun AO, Patel M, Kumar M, Kumar A. Upgrading of bio-oil via hydrodeoxygenation. In: Crocker M, Santillan-Jimenez E (ed.). Chemical Catalysts for Biomass Upgrading. Wiley-VCH, 2020, 35-60 (†). https://doi.org/10.1002/9783527814794.ch2
  7. Gemechu ED, Oyedun AO, Nogueira Jr E, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment to evaluate environmental performance of thermochemical processing of biomass. In: Brown R (ed.). Thermochemical Processing of Biomass: Conversion into Fuels, Chemicals and Power, 2nd ed. Wiley, UK, 2019, 355-373 (†). https://doi.org/10.1002/9781119417637.ch11
  8. Kumar M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Biohydrogen production from bio-oil via hydrothermal liquefaction. In: Pandey A, Larroche C, Claude-Gilles D, Gnansounou E, Khanal SK, Ricke SC, (eds.). Biofuels: Alternative Feedstocks and Conversion Processes, Second Edition, Elsevier Inc., Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2019, 715-732 (†). https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-816856-1.00029-4
  9. Oyedun AO, Kumar A. An assessment of the impacts of biomass processing methods on power generation. In: Abraham M (ed.). Encyclopedia of Sustainable Technologies, Elsevier Inc., Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2017, pp. 153-170 (†). https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-409548-9.10531-7
  10. Olateju, B, Kumar, A. Clean energy-based production of hydrogen: an energy carrier. In: Yan J (ed.). The Handbook of Clean Energy Systems, Volume 5, Part 3, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd, Chichester, UK, 2015, 2593-2622 (†). https://doi.org/10.1002/9781118991978.hces199
  11. Kumar A, Sarkar S. Biohydrogen production from bio-oil. In: Pandey A, Larroche C, Gnansounou E, Ricke SC, Claude-Gilles D (eds.). Biofuels: Alternative Feedstocks and Conversion Processes, First Edition, Elsevier Inc., Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2011, 481-497 (†). https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-385099-7.00022-X

Journal Publications

266 result(s)

  1. Billal MM, Fakayode OA, Kumar A. Developing an integrated GIS-based fuzzy AHP and techno-economic assessment framework for agricultural residue-based biorefinery site selection in Canada, Waste Management, 2027, 227: 115859. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wasman.2026.115859
  2. Adewola E, Bhattacharjee N, Kumar A. Bioenergy Carrier’s Production through Decentralized Intermediate Pyrolysis from Corn Stover, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2027, 217: 110112. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2026.110112
  3. Baritto M, Kumar A. Life cycle greenhouse gas emissions of titanium and zirconium recovery from oil sands tailings, Minerals Engineering, 2026, 249 (Part 2): 110789. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mineng.2026.110789
  4. Tikadar B, Kumar A, Swami D. CO2 mitigation potential of biomass-derived charcoal in Indian iron and steel industry: A case study from Karnataka, Energy for Sustainable Development, 2026, 95: 102093. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.esd.2026.102093
  5. Anand S, Joy J, Kumar A. Parametric analysis of ethanol-based recycling of mixed plastic waste in a circular economy, Fuel, 429: 140797, 2027. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuel.2026.140797
  6. Anaya K, Joy J, Kumar A. Net-negative emission methanol from direct air capture and water electrolysis: A comprehensive analysis of multiple energy pathways, Journal of CO2 Utilization, 111: 103529, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcou.2026.103529
  7. Menon U, Anshu S, Rahul R, Chandra A, Kumar A, Dubey BK. Upcycling biomass and bio-based waste into functional carbon for supercapacitors with an insight into prospective life cycle assessment, Biomass and Bioenergy, 215: 109619, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2026.109619
  8. Mohan O, Kumar A. The effect of pipe diameter on drag reduction in wood chip slurries: Experimental investigation with parametric and machine learning modelling, Chemical Engineering Research and Design, 230: 219-235, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cherd.2026.04.049
  9. Okunlola A, Davis M, Kumar, A. The development of a differential pricing mechanism for the electrolytic hydrogen-based gas-to-power systems in the power sector, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 235: 155017, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2026.155017
  10. Okunlola A, Davis M, Kumar, A. The development of a framework to assess the sectoral penetration of small modular nuclear reactors in electrolysis-based ammonia production, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 231: 154805, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2026.154805
  11. Khan FM, Dwivedi A, Rosha P, Kumar A. Strategic valorization of biogenic CO2 from kraft pulp mills, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2026, 554: 148107. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2026.148107
  12. Anaya K, Joy J, Kumar A. Composite score-based analysis of carbon capture strategies for sustainable natural gas-to-methanol: A comprehensive assessment, Journal of Cleaner Production, 549: 147870, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2026.147870
  13. Martinez Castellanos B, Menon U, Bhattacharjee N, Kumar A. Converting source-separated organics from municipal solid waste into high-quality bio-oil and hydrogen-rich syngas through a hybrid intermediate pyrolysis system, Waste Management, 2026, 214: 115397. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wasman.2026.115397
  14. Guzman-Urbina A, Thanapan T, Joy J, Anaya K, Shadbahr J, Kumar A, Gonzales-Calienes G, Morimoto S. Advancing synthetic fuel technology: A model study for the integration of direct air carbon capture and diesel synthesis, Journal of CO2 Utilization, 104: 103319, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcou.2026.103319
  15. Shibani, Davis M, Kumar A. The development of an analysis framework for the integration of low-carbon hydrogen into multi-regional natural gas energy systems, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 194: 152285, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2025.152285
  16. Davis M, Kumar A. Is there a role for firm hydrogen-based electricity in future energy systems? A comparative analysis of firm low-carbon electricity options, Applied Energy, 402 Part B: 126853, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2025.126853
  17. Cumpa-Millones E, Bhattacharjee N, Radpour S, Olfert J, Kumar A. Predictive modelling of hydrogen production from agricultural and forestry residues through a thermo-catalytic reforming process, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2026, 204: 108375. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2025.108375
  18. Rathore S, Joy J, Kumar A. Life cycle analysis of the simultaneous production of lithium hydroxide monohydrate and lithium carbonate from spodumene ore using electrodialysis, Sustainable Materials and Technologies, 48: e01650, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.susmat.2025.e01650
  19. Mohan O, Fakayode OA, Kumar A. Production and characterization of hydrochar produced from hydrothermal liquefaction of pipeline-transported softwood biomass, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2025, 203: 108339. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2025.108339
  20. Okunlola A, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessment of carbon-abatement pricing to maximize the value of electrolytic hydrogen in emissions-intensive power sectors, Nature Communications, 16: 8039, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-025-62952-y
  21. Dar AF, Patrick T, Davis M, Mondal MAH, Kumar A. The development of a framework to assess long-term water supply and demand projections for an integrated assessment of environment impacts for the energy sector, Canadian Water Resources Journal, 51(1): 36-54, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1080/07011784.2025.2567683
  22. Martinez Castellanos BM, Mohan O, Kurian V, Bhattacharjee N, Kumar A. Pellet Production from Municipal Solid Wastes Under Various Parametric Conditions in a Cold Canadian Climate, Journal of the ASABE, 2025, 68(5): 909-923. https://doi.org/10.13031/ja.16324
  23. Mohan O, Fakayode OA, Kumar A. Biofuel production from pipeline-transported lignocellulosic biomass via hydrothermal liquefaction: Process optimization and product characterization, Biomass and Bioenergy, 202: 108210, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2025.108210
  24. Billal MM, Kumar A. Forecasting residential and nonresidential solid waste generation, disposal, and diversion using three machine learning approaches, Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, 2025, 19(6): 2179-2196. https://doi.org/10.1002/bbb.70010
  25. Baritto M, Kumar, A. The development of process-based techno-economic models for the assessment of critical minerals recovery from bitumen extraction tailings, Minerals Engineering, 232: 109583, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mineng.2025.109583
  26. Coraça GM, Davis M, Kumar A. An assessment of the long-term water, greenhouse gas, and cost impacts of low-carbon in situ oil sands technologies, Fuel, 2026, 403: 136028. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuel.2025.136028
  27. Anaya K, Oni AO, Kumar A. Water intensity for hydrogen production with and without carbon capture and sequestration, Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 13(5): 117572, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jece.2025.117572
  28. Shibani, Davis M, Radpour S, Kumar A. Assessment of low-carbon hydrogen integration into natural gas energy systems beyond blending: An analysis of pure H2 communities in a natural gas-dependent region, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2025, 518: 145869. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2025.145869
  29. Clark G, Davis M, Kumar A. Multi-measure pathways for achieving carbon-neutral cement production, Sustainable Production and Consumption, 57: pp. 355-374, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.spc.2025.05.025
  30. Haider M, Davis M, Kumar A. A framework for analyzing the market penetration of low-carbon road vehicles, Journal of Cleaner Production, 509: 145593, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2025.145593
  31. Clark G, Davis M, Kumar A. The development of a framework to compare carbon capture and storage technologies as a means of decarbonizing cement production, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2025, 214: 115556. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2025.115556
  32. Menon U, Mandal D, Anshu S, Mondal A, Bhar R, Chandra A, Kumar A, Dubey BK. From garden to grid: harnessing yard waste into carbon electrode with an insight into life cycle assessment. Science of Total Environment, 2025, 978:179442. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2025.179442
  33. Pradhan P, Mohan O, Kurian V, Kumar A. Production and quality analysis of biofuel pellets from Canadian forest and agricultural biomass. Biomass and Bioenergy, March 2025, 194:107697. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2025.107697
  34. Sebastian RM, Billal MM, Kumar A. The development of a framework to assess waste and biomass availability: A case study for Canada, Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 2025, 215: 108170. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.resconrec.2025.108170
  35. Baritto M, Oni AO, Kumar A. Life cycle GHG emissions assessment of vanadium recovery from spent catalysts from bitumen upgraders, Fuel, 2025, 387: 134445. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuel.2025.134445
  36. Coraça GM, Davis M, Kumar A. Long-term integrated assessment of the water, GHG, and cost impacts of a transition to low-carbon hydrogen production: A case study for Canada, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2025, 491: 144758. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2025.144758
  37. Billal MM, Sebastian RM, Kumar A. Developing a GIS-based MINLP framework for optimizing the waste-to-energy supply chain with plant scale considerations, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2025, 490: 144709. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2025.144709
  38. Baritto M, Oni AO, Kumar A. Vanadium recovery from oil sands petcoke fly ash: a comprehensive techno-economic assessment, Waste Management, 194: 249-257, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wasman.2025.01.018
  39. Mohan O, Kurian V, Kumar A. Comparison of Drag Reduction Characteristics during Hydro-Transport of Comminuted Wood Chips through Pipelines, Journal of the ASABE, 2025, 68(2):183-194. https://doi.org/10.13031/ja.16153
  40. Khanna D, Gemechu E, Mahbub N, Joy J, Kumar A. Assessment of life cycle environmental impacts of materials, driving pattern, and climatic conditions on battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in a cold region, Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 2025, 110: 107680. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eiar.2024.107680
  41. Menon U, Dubey BK, Kumar A. Engineering biomass-derived hard carbon for secondary batteries and supercapacitors. Are we there yet? A comprehensive review, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2025, 198: 107844. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2025.107844
  42. Mohan O, Kurian V, Pradhan P. Kumar A, Quantitative estimation and comparative assessment of particle morphological features and energy requirement during hammer milling of softwood chips and wheat straw, Journal of the ASABE, 67(5): 1245-1262, 2024. https://doi.org/10.13031/ja.15974
  43. Dhakal B, Kurian V, Bhattacharjee N, Gupta R, Olfert J, Kostiuk L, Hornung A, Kumar A. Comparative study of the thermo-catalytic reforming of agricultural and forest residue and advanced characterization of final products in a cold climate, The Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering, 2025, 103(1): 188-205. https://doi.org/10.1002/cjce.25360
  44. Baritto M, Oni AO, Kumar A. Life cycle GHG emissions assessment of vanadium recovery from bitumen-derived petcoke fly ash, Journal of Environmental Management, 363: 121377, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.121377
  45. Clark G, Davis M, Shibani, Kumar A. Assessment of fuel switching as a decarbonization strategy in the cement sector, Energy Conversion and Management, 2024, 312: 118585. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2024.118585
  46. Hoque M, Oni AO, Kumar A. A Comprehensive Assessment of the Integration of Solvent and Steam for the Extraction of Bitumen Through the Development of Novel Process Models, SPE Journal, 2024, 29(4): 2106-2118. https://doi.org/10.2118/218412-PA
  47. Billal MM, Sebastian RM, Kumar A. The development of an integrated GIS-based optimization framework for power generation from municipal solid waste-to-energy facilities, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2024, 434: 139865. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2023.139865
  48. Haider M, Davis M, Kumar A. Development of a framework to assess the greenhouse gas mitigation potential from the adoption of low-carbon road vehicles in a hydrocarbon-rich region, Applied Energy, 358: 122335, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2023.122335
  49. Tran TV, Gemechu E, Oni AO, Carrier Y, Tezel H, Kumar A. Developing a framework to evaluate the life cycle energy and greenhouse gas emissions of space heating systems using zeolite 13X as an adsorbent material, Journal of Energy Storage, 2023, 74: 109443. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2023.109443
  50. Baritto M, Oni AO, Kumar A. The development of a techno-economic model for the assessment of asphaltene-based carbon fiber production, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2023, 428: 139489. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2023.139489
  51. Patel P, Vaezi M, Billal MM, Kumar A. Development of data-intensive techno-economic models for the assessment of a biomass, waste heat, and MSW integrated waste-to-electricity facility, Resources, Conservation & Recycling Advances, 2023, 20: 200188. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rcradv.2023.200188
  52. Akbari M, Kumar A. The development of data-intensive techno-economic models for the comparison of renewable natural gas production from six different biomass feedstocks for the decarbonization of energy demand sectors, Fuel, 2024, 358: 130107. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuel.2023.130107
  53. Javed K, Kurian V, Kumar A. Experimental Study on Two-Phase (Solid-Liquid) Flows of Ground Wheat Straw in Inclined Pipes, Journal of the ASABE, 2024, 67(1): 69-90. https://doi.org/10.13031/ja.15730
  54. Di Lullo G, Oni AO, Kumar A. The development of complex engineering models using artificial neural network-based proxy models for life cycle assessments of energy systems, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2023, 184: 113583. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2023.113583
  55. Owttrim CG, Davis M, Kumar A. A novel technology-explicit framework for predicting the efficiency of industrial device retrofits in stock turnover models with a case study of the pulp and paper sector, Energy Efficiency, 2023, 16(7): 71. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12053-023-10150-4
  56. Islam MS, Sebastian RM, Kurian V, Billal MM, Kumar A. The development of a framework for the selection of optimal sites for the location of municipal solid waste to value-added facilities through the integration of a geographical information system and a fuzzy analytic hierarchy process, Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, 2023, 17(6): 1622-1638. https://doi.org/10.1002/bbb.2530
  57. Okunlola A, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessing the cost competitiveness of electrolytic hydrogen production from small modular nuclear reactor-based power plants: a price-following perspective, Applied Energy, 2023, 346: 121290. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2023.121290
  58. Baritto M, Oni AO, Kumar A. Estimation of life cycle greenhouse gas emissions of asphaltene-based carbon fibers derived from oil sands bitumen, Sustainable Materials and Technologies, 2023, 36: e00627. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.susmat.2023.e00627
  59. Javed K, Kurian V, Kumar A. The Development of Empirical Correlations to Understand the Frictional Behavior of Aqueous Biomass Slurry Flows in Vertical Pipes, Journal of the ASABE, 2023, 66(4): 969-986. https://doi.org/10.13031/ja.15498
  60. Oni AO, Toro Monsalve IC, Kumar A. The development of life cycle greenhouse gas emission footprints of novel pathways for the solvent-assisted and solvent-electromagnetic heating oil sands extraction processes, Fuel, 2023, 346: 128399. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuel.2023.128399
  61. Morimoto S, Kitagawa N, Bensebaa F, Kumar A, Kataoka S, Taniguchi S. Scenario assessment of introducing carbon utilization and carbon removal technologies considering future technological transition based on renewable energy and direct air capture, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2023, 402: 136763. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2023.136763
  62. Maurya J, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of earth-abundant photocatalysts for enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen production, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2023, 48: 52, pp. 20077-20095.
  63. Maurya J, Gemechu E, Kumar A. The development of techno-economic assessment models for hydrogen production via photocatalytic water splitting, Energy Conversion and Management, 2023, 279: 116750. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2023.116750
  64. Anaya K, Oni AO, Kumar A. Investigating the techno-economic and environmental performance of chemical looping technology for hydrogen production. Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 2023, 56: 103008. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seta.2022.103008
  65. Sreekumar A, Mohan O, Kurian V, Mvolo C, Kumar A. A review of Canadian wood conversion technologies for the production of fuels and chemicals. The Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering, 2023, 101: 4331–4359. https://doi.org/10.1002/cjce.24820
  66. Javed K, Kurian V, Kumar A. Comparison of maize stover and wheat straw slurry flow in vertical pipes, Biosystems Engineering, 2022, 224: 259-282. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biosystemseng.2022.10.013
  67. Giwa T, Akbari M, Kumar A. Assessment of the Greenhouse Gas Emission Footprint of a Biorefinery Over its Life Cycle, Energy Conversion and Management, 2022, 271: 116327. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2022.116327
  68. Azizi SMM, Basem SZ, Nervana H, Kumar A, Dhar B. Pilot-scale investigation of carbon cloth as an additive for enhancing high-solids anaerobic digestion and mitigating antibiotic resistance, Bioresource Technology, 2023, 385: 129411.
  69. Davis M, Okunlola A, Di Lullo G, Giwa T, Kumar A. Greenhouse gas reduction potential and cost-effectiveness of economy-wide hydrogen-natural gas blending for energy end uses, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2023, 171: 112962. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2022.112962
  70. de Albuquerque FP, Dastyar W, Mirsoleimani Azizi SM, Zakaria BS, Kumar A, Dhar BR. Carbon cloth amendment for boosting high-solids anaerobic digestion with percolate recirculation: Spatial patterns of microbial communities, Chemosphere, 2022, 307: 135606. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.135606
  71. Giwa T, Akbari M, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of an integrated biorefinery producing bio-oil, ethanol, and hydrogen, Fuel, 2023, Fuel, 332: 126022. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuel.2022.126022
  72. Rahman MM, Gemechu E, Oni AO, Kumar A. The development of techno-economic models for assessment of cost of energy storage for vehicle-to-grid applications in a cold climate, Energy, 2023, 262A: 125398. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2022.125398
  73. Javed K, Kurian V, Kumar A. The effect of particle size and concentration on the frictional behavior of vertical upward flows of wheat straw aqueous slurries, Chemical Engineering Research and Design, 2022, 186: 614-627. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cherd.2022.08.024
  74. Di Lullo G, Giwa T, Okunlola A, Davis M, Mehedi T, Oni A, Kumar A. Large-scale, long-distance land-based hydrogen transportation systems: a comparative techno-economic and greenhouse gas emission assessment. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2022, 47(83): pp. 35293-35319. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2022.08.131
  75. Rahman W, Patel M, Kurian V, Kumar A. A comparative techno-economic assessment of fast pyrolysis, hydrothermal liquefaction, and intermediate pyrolysis of municipal solid waste for liquid transportation fuels production, Energy Conversion and Management, 2022, 267: 115877. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2022.115877
  76. Gemechu E, Kumar A. A review of how life cycle assessment has been used to assess the environmental impacts of hydropower energy, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2022, 167: 112684. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2022.112684
  77. Baritto M, Oni AO, Kumar A. The development of a techno-economic model for the assessment of vanadium recovery from bitumen upgrading spent catalyst, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2022, 363: 132376. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.132376
  78. Okunlola A, Davis M, Kumar A. The development of an assessment framework to determine the technical hydrogen production potential from wind and solar energy, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2022, 166: 112610. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2022.112610
  79. Owttrim CG, Davis M, Shafique HU, Kumar A. Energy efficiency as a critical resource to achieve carbon neutrality in the pulp and paper sector, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2022, 360: 132084. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.132084
  80. Sapkota K, Gemechu E, Oni AO, Ma L, Kumar A. Greenhouse gas emissions from Canadian oil sands supply chains to China, Energy, 2022, 251: 123850. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2022.123850
  81. Owttrim C, Davis M, Kumar A. Development of technology-explicit energy saving bandwidths: a case study for the pulp and paper sector, Energy Conversion and Management, 2022, 258: 115535. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2022.115535
  82. Mehedi TH, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Life cycle greenhouse gas emissions and energy footprints of utility-scale solar energy systems, Applied Energy, 2022, 314: 118918. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2022.118918
  83. Toro Monsalve IC, Oni AO, Kumar A. Assessment of the solvent-electromagnetic heating-based bitumen extraction technology through techno-economic modelling, Fuel, 2022, 320: 123847. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuel.2022.123847
  84. Oni AO, Anaya K, Giwa T, Di Lullo G, Kumar A. Comparative assessment of blue hydrogen from steam methane reforming, autothermal reforming, and natural gas decomposition technologies for natural gas-producing regions, Energy Conversion and Management, 2022, 254: 115245. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2022.115245
  85. Toro Monsalve IC, Oni AO, Kumar A. Development of techno-economic models for assessment of solvent-based bitumen extraction technology, Energy Conversion and Management, 2022, 253: 115142. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2021.115142
  86. Okunlola A, Giwa T, Di Lullo G, Davis M, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of low-carbon hydrogen export from Western Canada to Eastern Canada, the USA, the Asia-Pacific, and Europe. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2022, 47(10): 6453-6477.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2021.12.025
  87. Rahman MM, Gemechu E, Oni AO, Kumar A. Energy and environmental footprints of flywheels for utility-scale energy storage applications, e-Prime - Advances in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Energy, 2021, 1: 100020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prime.2021.100020
  88. Agrawal N, Patrick T, Davis M, Ahiduzzaman Md, Kumar A. Analysis of Canada’s water use: tracing water flow from source to end use, Canadian Water Resources Journal, 2022, 47(1): 19-39. https://doi.org/10.1080/07011784.2021.1994884
  89. Das S, Mathanker A, Pudasainee D, Khan M, Kumar A, Gupta A. Synergistic effect of water and co-solvents on the hydrothermal liquefaction of agricultural biomass to produce heavy oil, International Journal of Energy for a Clean Environment, 2022, 23(4): 31-45. https://doi.org/10.1615/InterJEnerCleanEnv.2022040354
  90. Soleimanzade MA, Kumar A, Sadrzadeh M. Novel data-driven energy management of a hybrid photovoltaic-reverse osmosis desalination system using deep reinforcement learning, Applied Energy, 2022, 317: 119184. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2022.119184
  91. Javed K, Vaezi M, Kurian V, Kumar A. Frictional behavior of wheat straw-water suspensions in vertical upward flows, Biosystems Engineering, 2021, 212: 30-45. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biosystemseng.2021.09.016
  92. Radpour S, Gemechu E, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Developing a framework to assess the long-term adoption of renewable energy technologies in the electric power sector: The effects of carbon price and economic incentives, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2021, 152: 111663. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2021.111663
  93. Radpour S, Mondal MAH, Paramashivan D, Kumar A. The development of a novel framework based on a review of market penetration models for energy technologies. Energy Strategy Reviews, 2021, 38: 100704.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.esr.2021.100704
  94. Gill M, Kurian V, Kumar A, Stenzel F, Hornung A, Gupta R, Thermo-catalytic reforming of alberta-based biomass feedstock to produce biofuels. Biomass and Bioenergy, 2021, 152: 106203. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2021.106203
  95. Harshadeep Kukkikatte Ramamurthy Rao, Gemechu E, Thakur U, Shankar K, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of high-performance monocrystalline titanium dioxide nanorod-based perovskite solar cells, Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells, 2021, 230: 111288. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solmat.2021.111288
  96. Tran TV, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Carrier Y, Tezel H, Kumar A. Developing a techno-economic model to evaluate the cost performance of a zeolite 13X-based space heating system. Energy Conversion & Management, 2021, 244: 114325. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2021.114325
  97. Mehedi TH, Gemechu E, Davis M, Kumar A. A framework to identify marginal electricity production technologies for consequential life cycle assessment: A case study of the electricity sector, Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 2021, 47: 101450. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seta.2021.101450
  98. Rahman MM, Gemechu E, Oni AO, Kumar A. The greenhouse gas emissions’ footprint and net energy ratio of utility-scale electro-chemical energy storage systems. Energy Conversion and Management, 2021, 244: 114497. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2021.114497
  99. Harshadeep Kukkikatte Ramamurthy Rao, Gemechu E, Thakur U, Shankar K, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of titanium dioxide nanorod-based perovskite solar cells: From lab-scale to large-scale manufacturing, Applied Energy, 2021, 298: 117251. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2021.117251
  100. Patel P, Vaezi M, Sebastian RM, Kumar A. The Development of a GIS-Based Framework to Locate Biomass and Municipal Solid Waste Collection Points for an Optimal Waste Conversion Facility, Transactions of the ASABE, 2021, 64(5): 1671-1691. https://doi.org/10.13031/trans.14253
  101. Rahman MM, Gemechu E, Oni AO, Kumar A. The development of a techno-economic model for the assessment of the cost of flywheel energy storage systems for utility-scale stationary applications. Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 2021, 47: 101382. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seta.2021.101382
  102. Akbari M, Oyedun AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Comparative life cycle energy and greenhouse gas footprints of dry and wet torrefaction processes of various biomass feedstocks. Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 2021, 9: 105415. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jece.2021.105415
  103. Di Lullo G, Oni AO, Kumar A. Blending blue hydrogen with natural gas for direct consumption: Examining the effect of hydrogen concentration on transportation and well-to-combustion greenhouse gas emissions, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2021, 46(36): 19202-19216. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2021.03.062
  104. Gupta A, Davis M, Kumar A. An integrated assessment framework for the decarbonization of the electricity generation sector. Applied Energy, 2021, 288: 116634. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2021.116634
  105. Radpour S, Gemechu E, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Development of a framework for the assessment of the market penetration of novel in situ bitumen extraction technologies, Energy, 2021, 220: 119666. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2020.119666
  106. Rahman MM, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. The development of techno-economic models for the assessment of utility-scale electro-chemical battery storage systems, Applied Energy, 2021, 283: 116343. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2020.116343
  107. Mathanker A, Das S, Pudasainee D, Khan M, Kumar A, Gupta R. A review of hydrothermal liquefaction of biomass for biofuels production with a special focus on the effect of process parameters, co-solvents, and extraction solvents, Energies, 2021, 14, 4916. https://doi.org/10.3390/en14164916
  108. Davis M, Moronkeji A, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Assessment of renewable energy transition pathways for a fossil fuel-dependent electricity-producing jurisdiction, Energy for Sustainable Development, 2020, 59: 243-261. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.esd.2020.10.011
  109. Faghani A, Sen S, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Rheology of fiber suspension flows in pipeline hydro-transport of biomass feedstock. Biosystems Engineering, 2020, 200: 284-297. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biosystemseng.2020.10.009
  110. Wang R, Chang S, Cui X, Li J; Ma L, Kumar A, Nie Y, Cai W. Retrofitting coal-fired power plants with biomass co-firing and CCS for net zero carbon emission: A plant-by-plant assessment based on GIS-LCA framework. GCB Bioenergy, 2021, 13(1): 143-160. https://doi.org/10.1111/gcbb.12756
  111. Kumar M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. A parametric study through the modelling of hydrothermal gasification for hydrogen production from algal biomass, The Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering, 2021, 99(S1): S39-S54. https://doi.org/10.1002/cjce.23999
  112. Rahman MM, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Assessment of energy storage technologies: A review. Energy Conversion and Management, 2020, 223: 113295. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2020.113295
  113. Morato T, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of biomass combustion technologies to generate electricity in South America: A case study for Bolivia. Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2020, 134: 110154. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2020.110154
  114. Janzen R, Davis M, Kumar A. Evaluating long-term greenhouse gas mitigation opportunities through carbon capture, utilization, and storage in the oil sands. Energy, 2020, 209: 118364. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2020.118364
  115. Akbari M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of wet and dry torrefaction of biomass feedstock. Energy, 2020, 207: 118287. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2020.118287
  116. Talaei A, Ahiduzzaman M, Davis M, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Potential for energy efficiency improvement and greenhouse gas mitigation in Canada’s iron and steel industry, Energy Efficiency, 2020, 13(6): 1213-1243. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12053-020-09878-0
  117. Janzen R, Davis M, Kumar A. Greenhouse gas emission abatement potential and associated costs of integrating renewable and low carbon energy technologies into the Canadian oil sands. Journal of Cleaner Production, 2020, 272: 122820. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2020.122820
  118. Janzen R, Davis M, Kumar A. An assessment of opportunities for cogenerating electricity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the oil sands. Energy Conversion and Management, 2020, 211: 112755. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2020.112755
  119. Vaezi M, Kabir MR, Kumar A. Monitoring moisture and inorganic contents of forest harvesting residues for energy production purposes: a case study. Canadian Biosystems Engineering Journal, 2019, 61: 8.01-8.12. https://doi.org/10.7451/CBE.2019.61.8.1
  120. Mathanker A, Pudasainee D, Kumar A, Gupta R. Hydrothermal liquefaction of lignocellulosic biomass feedstock to produce biofuels: Parametric study and products characterization, Fuel, 2020, 271: 117534. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuel.2020.117534
  121. Pankratz S, Kumar M, Oyedun AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Environmental performances of diluents and hydrogen production pathways from microalgae in cold climates: open raceway ponds and photobioreactors coupled with thermochemical conversion, Algal Research, 2020, 47: 101815. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.algal.2020.101815
  122. Di Lullo G, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Developing a greenhouse gas life cycle assessment framework for natural gas transmission pipelines, Journal of Natural Gas Science & Engineering, 2020, 75: 103136. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jngse.2019.103136
  123. Talaei A, Oni AO, Ahiduzzaman M, Roychaudhuri PS, Rutherford J, Kumar A. Assessment of the impacts of process-level energy efficiency improvement on greenhouse gas mitigation potential in the petroleum refining sector, Energy, 2020, 191: 116243. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2019.116243
  124. Katta AK, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessment of greenhouse gas mitigation options for the iron, gold, and potash mining sectors, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2020, 245: 118718. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.118718
  125. Talaei A, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Key factors affecting greenhouse gas emissions in the Canadian industrial sector: A decomposition analysis, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2020, 246: 119026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.119026
  126. Thaker S, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Evaluating energy and greenhouse gas emission footprints of thermal energy storage systems for concentrated solar power applications, Journal of Energy Storage, 2019, 26: 100992. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2019.100992
  127. Kumar M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. A Comparative Technoeconomic Analysis of Algal Thermochemical Conversion Technologies for Diluent Production, Energy Technology, 2020, 8(11): 1900828. https://doi.org/10.1002/ente.201900828
  128. Nie Y, Chang S, Cai W, Kumar A, Wang C, Yu L, Huang G, Ding Q. Spatial distribution of usable biomass feedstock and technical bioenergy potential, GCB Bioenergy, 2020, 12(1): 54-70. https://doi.org/10.1111/gcbb.12651
  129. Katta AK, Davis M, Kumar A. Development of disaggregated energy use and greenhouse gas emission footprints in Canada’s iron, gold, and potash mining sectors of Canada, Resources, Conservation & Recycling, 2020, 152: 104485. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.resconrec.2019.104485
  130. Katta A, Davis M, Subramanyam V, Dar AF, Mondal MAH, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Assessment of energy demand-based greenhouse gas mitigation options for Canada’s oil sands, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2019, 20: 118306. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.118306
  131. Di Lullo G, Gemechu E, Oni AO, Kumar A. Extending sensitivity analysis using regression to effectively disseminate life cycle assessment results, The International Journal of Life Cycle Assessment, 2020, 25(2): 222-239. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11367-019-01674-y
  132. Safaei M, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Evaluation of energy and greenhouse gas emissions of bitumen-derived fuels from toe-to-heel air injection extraction technology, Fuel, 2019, 256: 115930. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuel.2019.115930
  133. Safaei M, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Evaluation of energy and GHG emissions’ footprints of bitumen extraction using Enhanced Solvent Extraction Incorporating Electromagnetic heating technology, Energy, 2019, 186: 115854. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2019.115854
  134. Chowdhury B, Lin L, Dhar BR, Islam MN, McCartney D, Kumar A. Enhanced biomethane recovery from fat, oil, and grease through co-digestion with food waste and addition of conductive materials, Chemosphere, 2019, 236: 124362. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2019.124362
  135. Patel M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Doucette J. The development of a cost model for two supply chain networks of the decentralized pyrolysis system to produce bio-oil, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2019, 128: 105287. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2019.105287
  136. Mahbub N, Gemechu E, Zhang H, Kumar A. The life cycle greenhouse gas emission benefits from alternative uses of biofuel coproducts, Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 2019, 34: 173-186. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seta.2019.05.001
  137. Akbari M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Comparative energy and techno-economic analyses of two different configurations for hydrothermal carbonization of yard waste, Bioresource Technology Reports, 2019, 7: 100210. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biteb.2019.100210
  138. Pankratz S, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Development of cost models of algae production in a cold climate using different production systems, Biofuels, Bioproducts & Biorefining, 2019, 13(5): 1246-1260. https://doi.org/10.1002/bbb.2015
  139. Patel M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Gupta R. What is the production cost of renewable diesel from woody biomass and agricultural residue based on experimentation? A comparative assessment, Fuel Processing Technology, 2019, 191: 79-92.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuproc.2019.03.026
  140. Kumar M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. A comparative analysis of hydrogen production from the thermochemical conversion of algal biomass, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2019, 44 (21): 10384-10397. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2019.02.220
  141. Morato T, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Developing a framework to optimally locate biomass collection points to improve the biomass-based energy facilities locating procedure – A case study for Bolivia, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2019, 107: 183-199. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2019.03.004
  142. Soiket MD, Oni AO, Kumar A. The development of a process simulation model for energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions of a vapor solvent-based oil sands extraction and recovery process, Energy, 2019, 173: 799-808. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2019.02.109
  143. Pankratz A, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Novel satellite based analytical model developed to predict microalgae yields in open pond raceway systems and applied to Canadian sites, Algal Research, 2019, 39: 101431. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.algal.2019.101431
  144. Soiket MD, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of greenhouse gas emissions of upgrading and refining bitumen from the solvent extraction process, Applied Energy, 2019, 240: 236-250. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2019.02.039
  145. Kapila S, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. The development of net energy ratios and life cycle greenhouse gas emissions of large-scale mechanical energy storage systems, Energy, 2019, 170: 592-603. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2018.12.183
  146. Talaei A, Pier D, Iyer AV, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Assessment of long-term energy efficiency improvement and greenhouse gas emissions mitigation options for the cement industry, Energy, 2019, 170:1051-1066. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2018.12.088
  147. Morato T, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Assessment of energy production potential from agricultural residues in Bolivia, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2019, 102: 14-23. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2018.11.032
  148. Davis M, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. How to model a complex national energy system? Developing an integrated energy systems framework for long-term energy and emissions analysis, International Journal of Global Warming, 2019, 17(1): 23-58. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJGW.2019.096759
  149. Mahbub N, Zhang H, Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Poganietz W-R. A life cycle sustainability assessment (LCSA) of oxymethylene ether as a diesel additive produced from forest biomass, International Journal of Life Cycle Assessment, 2019, 24(5): 881-899. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11367-018-1529-6
  150. Vaezi M, Verma S, Kumar A. Application of high-frequency impedancemetry approach in measuring the critical velocities of biomass and sand slurry flows in pipelines, Chemical Engineering Research and Design, 2018, 140: 142-154. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cherd.2018.10.013
  151. Patel M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Gupta R. Predicting the biomass conversion performance in a fluidized bed reactor using an isoconversional model-free method, The Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering, 2018, 9999:1-11. https://doi.org/10.1002/cjce.23397
  152. Patel M, Oyedun A, Kumar A, Gupta R. A techno-economic assessment of renewable diesel and gasoline production from aspen hardwood, Waste and Biomass Valorization, 2019, 10(10): 2745-2760. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12649-018-0359-x
  153. Sapkota K, Oni AO, Kumar A, Linwei M. The development of a techno-economic model for the extraction, transportation, upgrading, and shipping of Canadian oil sands products to the Asia-Pacific region, Applied Energy, 2018, 223: 273–292. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.04.047
  154. Nogueira Jr E, Kumar M, Pankratz S, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Development of life cycle water footprints for the production of fuels and chemicals from algae biomass, Water Research, 2018, 140: 311-322. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.watres.2018.04.046
  155. Talaei A, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Assessment of long-term energy efficiency improvement and greenhouse gas emissions mitigation potentials in the chemical sector, Energy, 2018, 153: 231-247. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2018.04.032
  156. Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Oestreich D, Arnold U, Sauer J. The development of the production cost of oxymethylene ethers as diesel additives from biomass, Journal of Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, 2018, 12: 694-710. https://doi.org/10.1002/bbb.1887
  157. Davis M, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. How will Canada’s GHG emissions change by 2050? A disaggregated analysis of past and future GHG emissions using bottom-up energy modelling and Sankey diagrams, Applied Energy, 2018, 220: 754-786.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.03.064
  158. Bonyad M, Shafique HU, Mondal MAH, Subramanyam V, Kumar A, Ahiduzzaman M. The development of a framework for the assessment of energy demand-based greenhouse gas mitigation options for the agriculture sector, Transactions of the ASABE, 2018, 61(3): 763-796. https://doi.org/10.13031/trans.12407
  159. Agrawal N, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. The development of an integrated model for the assessment of water and GHG footprints for the power generation sector, Applied Energy, 2018, 216: 558-575. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.02.116
  160. Mohajerani S, Kumar A, Oni A. A techno-economic assessment of gas-to-liquid and coal-to-liquid plants through development of scale factors, Energy, 2018, 150: 681-693. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2018.03.005
  161. Sapkota K, Oni AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic and life cycle assessments of the natural gas supply chain from production sites in Canada to north and southwest Europe, Journal of Natural Gas Science and Engineering, 2018, 52: 401-409. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jngse.2018.01.048
  162. Davis M, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar M. Mapping Canadian energy flow from primary fuel to end use, Energy Conversion and Management, 2018, 156: 178-191. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2017.11.012
  163. Akbari M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Ammonia production from black liquor gasification and co-gasification with pulp and waste sludges: A techno-economic assessment, Energy, 2018, 151: 133-143. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2018.03.056
  164. Kumar M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. A review on the current status of various hydrothermal technologies on biomass feedstock, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2018, 81 (2): 1742-1770. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2017.05.270
  165. Akbari M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Jain S. Options for conversion of by-products of pulp and paper mills in Western Canada, Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 2018 26: 83–92. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seta.2017.10.003
  166. Whalen J, Xu C, Shen F, Kumar A, Eklund M, Yan J. Sustainable biofuel production from forestry, agricultural, and waste biomass feedstocks. Editorial. Applied Energy, 2017, 198: 281-283 (invited). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2017.05.079
  167. Thaker S, Oni AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic evaluation of solar-based thermal energy storage systems, Energy Conversion and Management, 2017, 153: 423–434. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2017.10.004
  168. Kapila S, Oni AO, Kumar A. The development of techno-economic models for large-scale energy storage systems, Energy, 2017, 140: 656-672. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2017.08.117
  169. Khan MM, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Optimal siting of solid waste-to-value-added facilities through a GIS-based assessment, Science of the Total Environment, 2018, 610-611: 1065-1075. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2017.08.169
  170. Mahbub N, Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Oestreich D, Arnold U, Sauer J. A life cycle assessment of oxymethylene ether synthesis from biomass-derived syngas as a diesel additive, Journal of Cleaner Production, 2017, 165: 1249–1262. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2017.07.178
  171. Ali B, Kumar A. Life cycle water demand coefficients for conventional oil production from five North American locations, Water Research, 2017, 123: 290-300. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.watres.2017.06.076
  172. Radpour S, Mondal MAH, Kumar A. Market penetration modeling of high energy efficiency appliances in the residential sector, Energy, 2017, 134: 951-961. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2017.06.039
  173. Pankratz S, Oyedun AO, Zhang X, Kumar A. Algae production platforms for Canada's northern climate, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2017, 80: 109–120. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2017.05.220
  174. Ali B, Kumar A. Development of life cycle water footprints for oil sands-based transportation fuel production, Energy, 2017, 131: 41-49. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2017.05.021
  175. Ullah M, Vaezi M, Kumar A, Bell J. Assessment of the waste-to-energy potential from Alberta’s food processing industry, Canadian Biosystems Engineering, 2017, 59: 8.1-8.9. https://doi.org/10.7451/CBE.2017.59.8.1
  176. Kumar M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Hydrothermal liquefaction of biomass for production of diluents for bitumen transport, Biofuels, Bioproducts & Biorefining, 2017, 11: 811-829.
  177. Di Lullo G, Zhang H, Kumar A. Uncertainty in well-to-tank with combustion greenhouse gas emissions of transportation fuels derived from North American crudes, Energy, 2017, 128, 475-486. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2017.04.040
  178. Ali B, Kumar A. Development of water demand coefficients for power generation from renewable energy technologies, Energy & Conversion Management, 2017, 143, 470–481. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2017.04.028
  179. Verma A, Nimana BS, Olateju B, Rahman MM, Radpour S, Canter CE, Subramanyam V, Paramashivan D, Vaezi M, Kumar A. A techno-economic assessment of bitumen and synthetic crude oil transport (SCO) in the Canadian oil sands industry: oil via rail or pipeline? Energy, 2017, 124, 665–683. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2017.02.057
  180. Subramanyam V, Kumar A, Ahiduzzaman M. Greenhouse gas emissions mitigation potential in the commercial and institutional sector, Energy & Buildings, 2017, 140, 295–304. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enbuild.2017.02.007
  181. Nimana BS, Verma A, Di Lullo G, Rahman MM, Canter CE, Olateju B, Zhang H, Kumar A. Life cycle analysis of bitumen transportation to refineries by rail and pipeline, Environmental Science and Technology, 2017, 51 (1), 680–691. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.est.6b02889
  182. Subramanyam V, Kumar A, Talaei A, Mondal MAH. Energy efficiency improvement opportunities and associated greenhouse gas abatement costs for the residential sector, Energy, 2017, 118, 795–807.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2016.10.115
  183. Raj R, Suman R, Ghandehariun S, Kumar A, Tiwari MK. A techno-economic assessment of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) production facilities in Western Canada, Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 2016, 18: 140–152. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seta.2016.10.005
  184. Di Lullo G, Zhang H, Kumar A. Evaluation of uncertainty in the life cycle assessment of well-to-tank and combustion greenhouse gas emissions of various transportation fuels, Applied Energy, 2016, 184: 413-426. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2016.10.027
  185. Olateju B, Kumar A. A techno-economic assessment of hydrogen production from hydropower in western Canada for the upgrading of bitumen from oil sands, Energy, 2016, 115: 604-614. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2016.08.101
  186. Raj R, Ghandehariun S, Kumar A, Geng J, Linwei M. A techno-economic study of shipping LNG to the Asia-Pacific from western Canada by LNG carrier, Natural Gas Science and Engineering, 2016, 34: 979–992. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jngse.2016.07.024
  187. Ghatora S, Kumar M, Vaezi M, Kumar A, Bressler D. Monitoring sugar release during pipeline hydro-transport of wheat straw, Biomass & Bioenergy, 2016, 93:144-149. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2016.07.007
  188. Wong A, Zhang H, Kumar A. Life cycle water footprint of hydrogenation-derived renewable diesel production from lignocellulosic biomass, Water Research, 2016, 102: 330–345. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.watres.2016.06.045
  189. Raj R, Ghandehariun S, Kumar A, Linwei M. A well-to-wire life cycle assessment of Canadian shale gas for electricity generation in China, Energy, 2016, 111: 642–652. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2016.05.079
  190. Ghandehariun S, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of wind-based hydrogen production in Western Canada, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2016, 41: 9696–9704. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2016.04.077
  191. Wong A, Zhang H, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of renewable diesel production from lignocellulosic biomass, The International Journal of Life Cycle Assessment, 2016, 21(10): 1404-1424. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11367-016-1107-8
  192. Olateju B, Kumar A, Secanell M. A techno-economic assessment of large scale wind-hydrogen production with energy storage in western Canada, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2016, 41, 21: 8755-8776. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2016.03.177
  193. Zhang X, Oyedun O, Kumar A, Oestreich D, Arnold U, Sauer J. An optimized process design for oxymethylene ethers production from woody-biomass-derived syngas, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2016, 90: 7-14. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2016.03.032
  194. Thakkar, J, Kumar, A. Ghatora, S, Canter, CE. Energy balance and greenhouse gas emissions of production and sequestration of charcoal from agricultural residues, Renewable Energy, 2016, 94: 558-567. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2016.03.087
  195. Shahrukh H, Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Ghiasi B, Kumar L, Sokhansanj S. Comparative net energy ratio analysis of steam pretreated pellet process for agricultural residues and energy crops, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2016, 90: 50-59. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2016.03.022
  196. Shahrukh H, Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Ghiasi B, Kumar L, Sokhansanj S. Techno-economic assessment of pellets produced from steam pretreated biomass feedstocks, Biomass & Bioenergy, 2016, 87: 131-143. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2016.03.001
  197. Agbor E, Oyedun AO, Zhang X, Kumar A. Integrated techno-economic and environmental assessments of sixty scenarios for co-firing biomass with coal and natural gas, Applied Energy, 2016, 169: 433-449. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2016.02.018
  198. Rahman MM, Khan M, Ullah MA, Zhang X, Kumar A. A hybrid renewable energy system for a North American off-grid community, Energy, 2016, 97: 151-160. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2015.12.105
  199. Ali B, Kumar A. Development of life cycle water footprints for gas-fired power generation technologies, Energy Conversion & Management, 2016, 110: 386-396. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2015.12.048
  200. Khan MM, Jain S, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Development of a decision model for the techno-economic assessment of municipal solid waste utilization pathways, Waste Management, 2016, 48: 548–564. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wasman.2015.10.016
  201. Patel M, Kumar A. Production of renewable diesel through the hydroprocessing of lignocellulosic biomass derived bio oil: a review, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2016, 58:1293-1307. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2015.12.146
  202. Patel M, Zhang X, Kumar A. Techno-economic and life cycle assessment on lignocellulosic biomass thermochemical conversion technologies: A review, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2016, 53: 1486-1499. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2015.09.070
  203. Verma A, Olateju B, Kumar A, Gupta R. Development of a process simulation model for energy analysis of hydrogen production from underground coal gasification (UCG), International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2015, 40: 10705-10719. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2015.06.149
  204. Nimana BS, Canter CE, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of greenhouse gas emissions from Canada’s oil sands derived transportation fuels, Energy, 2015, 88: 544-554. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2015.05.078
  205. Shahrukh H, Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Ghiasi B, Kumar L, Sokhansanj S. Net energy ratio for the production of steam pretreated biomass-based pellets, Biomass & Bioenergy, 2015, 80: 286-297. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2015.06.006
  206. Vaezi M, Kumar A. Pipeline hydraulic transport of biomass materials: a review of experimental programs, empirical correlations, and economic assessments, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2015, 81: 70-82. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2015.06.001
  207. Rahman MM, Canter CE, Kumar A. Well-to-wheel life cycle assessment of transportation fuels derived from different North American conventional crudes, Applied Energy, 2015, 15: 159-173. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2015.07.004
  208. Graves B, Wong A, Mousavi K, Canter CE, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of thorium power in Canada, Annals of Nuclear Energy, 2015, 85: 481-487. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anucene.2015.05.028
  209. Verma A, Raj R, Kumar M, Ghandehariun S, Kumar A. Assessment of renewable energy technologies for charging electric vehicles in Canada, Energy, 2015, 86: 548-559. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2015.04.010
  210. Verma A, Olateju B, Kumar A. Greenhouse gas abatement costs of hydrogen production from underground coal gasification (UCG), Energy, 2015, 85: 556–568. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2015.03.070
  211. Verma A, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment (LCA) of hydrogen production from underground coal gasification (UCG) with carbon capture and sequestration (CCS), Applied Energy, 2015, 147: 556-568. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2015.03.009
  212. Vaezi M, Nimana BS, Kumar A. Is the pipeline hydro-transport of wheat straw and corn stover to a biorefinery realistic? Biofuels, Bioproducts, and Biorefining, 2015, 9, 5: 501-515. https://doi.org/10.1002/bbb.1556
  213. Nimana BS, Canter CE, Kumar A. Energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions in upgrading and refining of Canada’s oil sands products, Energy, 2015, 83: 65-79. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2015.01.085
  214. Nimana BS, Canter CE, Kumar A. Energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions in the recovery and extraction of crude bitumen from Canada's oil sands, Applied Energy, 2015, 143: 189-199. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2015.01.024
  215. Singh S, Kumar A, Jain S. Impact of biofuel production on water demand in Alberta, Canadian Biosystems Engineering, 2015, 56: 8.11-8.22. https://doi.org/10.7451/CBE.2014.56.8.11
  216. Subramanyam V, Paramshivan D, Kumar A, Mondal A. Using Sankey diagrams to map energy flow from primary fuel to end use, Energy Conversion and Management, 2015, 91: 342-352. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2014.12.024
  217. Ali B, Kumar A. Development of life cycle water-demand coefficients for coal-based power generation technologies, Energy Conversion and Management, 2015, 90: 247-260. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2014.11.013
  218. Rudra S, Rosendahl L, Kumar A. Development of net energy ratio and emission factor for quad-generation pathways, Energy Systems, 2014, 5: 719-735. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12667-014-0126-4
  219. Vaezi M, Kumar A. Development of correlations for the flow of agricultural residues slurries in pipes for bio-refining, Biosystems Engineering, 2014, 127, 144-158. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biosystemseng.2014.08.018
  220. Agbor E, Zhang X, Kumar A. A review of biomass co-firing in North America, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2014, 40, 930-943. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2014.07.195
  221. Vaezi M, Kumar A. The flow of wheat straw suspensions in an open-impeller centrifugal pump, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2014, 69, 106-123. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2014.07.009
  222. Rahman MM, Canter CE, Kumar A. Greenhouse gas emissions from recovery of various North American conventional crudes, Energy, 2014, 74, 607-617. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2014.07.026
  223. Thakur A, Canter CE, Kumar A. Life-cycle energy and emission analysis of power generation from forest biomass, Applied Energy, 2014, 128, 246-253. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2014.04.085
  224. Luk J, Safaei-Mohamadabadi H, Kumar A. Pipeline transport of biomass: experimental development of wheat straw slurry pressure loss gradients, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2014, 128, 246-253. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2014.03.046
  225. Miller P, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of hydrogenation-derived renewable diesel production from canola and camelina, Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 2014, 6, 105-115. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seta.2014.01.008
  226. Olateju B, Monds J, Kumar A. Large scale hydrogen production from wind energy for upgrading of bitumen from oil sands, Applied Energy, 2014, 118 (1), 48-56. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2013.12.013
  227. Sultana A, Kumar A. Development of tortuosity factor for assessment of lignocellulosic biomass delivery cost to a biorefinery, Applied Energy, 2014, 19, 288-295. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2013.12.036
  228. Vaezi M, Katta AK, Kumar A. Investigation into the mechanisms of pipeline transport of slurries of wheat straw and corn stover to supply a bio-refinery, Biosystems Engineering, 2014, 118, 52-67. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biosystemseng.2013.11.006
  229. Miller P, Kumar A. Development of emission parameters and net energy ratio for renewable diesel from canola and camelina, Energy, 2013, 58 (1), 426-437. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2013.05.027
  230. Olateju B, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of hydrogen production from underground coal gasification (UCG) with carbon capture and storage (CCS) for upgrading bitumen from oil sands, Applied Energy, 2013, 111, 428-440. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2013.05.014
  231. Vaezi M, Pandey V, Kumar A, Bhattacharyya S. Lignocellulosic biomass particle shape and size distribution analysis using digital image processing for pipeline hydro-transportation, Biosystems Engineering, 2013, 114(2), 97-112. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biosystemseng.2012.11.007
  232. Kabir MR, Kumar A. Comparison of the energy and environmental performances of nine biomass/coal co-firing pathways, Bioresource Technology, 2012, 124, 394-405. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biortech.2012.07.106
  233. Dassanayake GDM, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of triticale straw for power generation, Applied Energy, 2012, 98, 236-245. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2012.03.030
  234. Sultana A, Kumar A. Ranking of biomass pellets by integration of economical, environmental and technical factors, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2012, 39, 344-355. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2012.01.027
  235. Miller P, Sultana A, Kumar A. Optimum scale of feedstock processing for renewable diesel production, Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, 2012, 6(2), 188-204.
  236. Sultana A, Kumar A. Optimal siting and size of bioenergy facilities using geographic information system, Applied Energy, 2012, 91(1), 192-201. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2012.01.052
  237. Olateju B, Kumar A. Hydrogen production from wind energy in western Canada for upgrading bitumen from oil sands, Energy, 2011, 36(11), 6326-6329. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2011.09.045
  238. Miller P, Olateju B, Kumar A. A techno-economic analysis of cost savings for retrofitting industrial aerial coolers with variable frequency drives, Energy Conversion and Management 2011, 52(1), 81-89. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2011.09.018
  239. Sultana A, Kumar A. Optimal configuration and combination of multiple lignocellulosic biomass feedstocks for a biorefinery, Bioresource Technology, 2011, 102(21), 9947-9956. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biortech.2011.07.119
  240. Kabir MR, Kumar A. Development of net energy ratio and emission factor for biohydrogen production pathways, Bioresource Technology, 2011, 102(19), 8972-8985. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biortech.2011.06.093
  241. Sarkar S, Kumar A, Sultana A. Biofuels and biochemicals production from forest biomass in western Canada, Energy, 2011, 38(10), 6251-6262. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2011.07.024
  242. Singh S, Kumar A, Ali B. Integration of energy and water consumption factors for biomass conversion pathways, Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, 2011, 5(4), 399-409.
  243. Sultana A, Kumar A. Development of energy and emission parameters for densified form of lignocellulosic biomass, Energy, 2011, 36(5), 2716-2732. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2011.02.012
  244. Singh S, Kumar A. Development of water requirement factors for biomass conversion pathways, Bioresource Technology, 2011, 102(2), 1316-1328. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biortech.2010.08.092
  245. Sarkar S, Kumar A. Large-scale biohydrogen production from bio-oil, Bioresource Technology, 2010, 101(19), 7350-7361. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biortech.2010.04.038
  246. Luk J, Fernandes H, Kumar A. A conceptual framework for siting biorefineries in the Canadian Prairies, Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, 2010, 4(4), 408-422.
  247. Pootakham T, Kumar A. Bio-oil transport by pipeline: a techno-economic assessment, Bioresource Technology, 2010, 101(18), 7137-7143. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biortech.2010.03.136
  248. Sultana S, Kumar A, Harfield D. Development of agri-pellet production cost and optimum size, Bioresource Technology, 2010, 101(14), 5609-5621. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biortech.2010.02.011
  249. Sarkar S, Kumar A. Biohydrogen production from forest and agricultural residues for upgrading of bitumen from oil sands, Energy, 2010, 35(2), 582-591. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2009.10.029
  250. Sarkar S, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of biohydrogen production from forest biomass in Western Canada, Transactions of the ASABE, 2009, 52(2), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.13031/2013.26809
  251. Pootakham T, Kumar A. A comparison of pipeline versus truck transport of bio-oil, Bioresource Technology, 2009, 101(1), 414-421. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biortech.2009.07.077
  252. Safaei-Mohamadabadi H, Tichokowsky G, Kumar A. Development of a multi-criteria assessment model for ranking of renewable and non-renewable transportation fuel vehicles, Energy, 2009, 34(1), 112-125. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2008.09.004
  253. Kumar A. A conceptual comparison of bioenergy options for using mountain pine beetle infested wood in western Canada, Bioresource Technology, 2009, 100(1), 387-399. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biortech.2008.04.077
  254. Sokhansanj S, Mani S, Turhollow A, Kumar A, Bransby D, Lynd L, Laser M. Large-scale production, harvest and transport of switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) - current technology and visioning a mature technology, Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining, 2009, 3(2), 124-141 (invited paper).
  255. Kumar A, Flynn PC, Sokhansanj S. Biopower generation from mountain pine infested wood in Canada: an economical opportunity for greenhouse gas mitigation, Renewable Energy, 2008, 33(6), 1354-1363. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2007.07.008
  256. Kumar A, Sokhansanj S. Switchgrass (Panicum vigratum, L.) delivery to a biorefinery using integrated biomass supply analysis and logistics (IBSAL) model, Bioresource Technology, 2007, 98(5), 1033-1044. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biortech.2006.04.027
  257. Cameron JB, Kumar A, Flynn PC. The impact of feedstock cost on technology selection and optimum size, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2007, 31(2-3), 137-144. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2006.07.005
  258. Searcy E, Flynn PC, Ghafoori E, Kumar A. The relative cost of biomass energy transport, Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 2007, 136-140, 639-652. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12010-007-9085-8
  259. Kumar A, Sokhansanj S, Flynn PC. Development of a multicriteria assessment model for ranking biomass feedstock collection and transportation systems, Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 2006, 129(1-3), 71-87. https://doi.org/10.1385/ABAB:129:1:71
  260. Kumar A, Flynn PC. Uptake of fluids by boreal wood chips: implications for bioenergy, Fuel Processing Technology, 2006, 87(7), 605-608. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fuproc.2006.02.005
  261. Sokhansanj S, Kumar A, Turhollow AF. Development and implementation of integrated biomass supply analysis and logistics (IBSAL) model, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2006, 30(10), 838-847. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2006.04.004
  262. Kumar A, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Large-scale ethanol fermentation through pipeline delivery of biomass, Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 2005, 121(1-3), 0047-0058. https://doi.org/10.1385/ABAB:121:1-3:0047
  263. Kumar A, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Pipeline transport and simultaneous saccharification of corn stover, Bioresource Technology, 2005, 96 (7), 819-829. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biortech.2004.07.007
  264. Kumar A, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Pipeline transport of biomass, Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 2004, 113(1-3), 027-040. https://doi.org/10.1385/ABAB:113:1-3:027
  265. Kumar A, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Biomass power cost and optimum plant size in western Canada, Biomass and Bioenergy, 2003, 24(6), 445-464. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0961-9534(02)00149-6
  266. Kumar A, Bhattacharya SC, Pham HL. Greenhouse gas mitigation potential of biomass energy technologies in Vietnam using the long range energy alternative planning system model, Energy, 2003, 28(7), 627-654. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0360-5442(02)00157-3

In Review

16 result(s)

  1. Javed K, Richardson A, Flores R, Kumar A. Experimental investigation of the morphological degradation of wheat straw in pipeline hydrotransport, 2026.
  2. Sreekumar A, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Environmental and energy impact assessment of co-processing forest residue-derived fast pyrolysis bio-oil and bitumen-based vacuum gas oil for transportation fuel production, 2026.
  3. Menon U, Cumpa-Millones E, Rahul R, Kumar A, Chandra A, Dubey BK. Application-Directed Valorization of Softwood Biochar derived from Intermediate Pyrolysis: Electrochemical screening and Solid Fuel Assessment, 2026.
  4. Yousefikhanghah M, Joy J, Kumar A. Greenhouse gas emissions and energy impacts of partial electrification of bitumen upgrading: Current and future perspectives, 2026.
  5. Davis M, Okunlola A, Shibani, Singh A, Fakayode OA, Radpour S, Anaya K, Srinivas S, Kumar A. When the heat-pump advantage over hydrogen holds or weakens in cold-climate heating transitions, 2026.
  6. Agu G, Davis M, Radpour S, Kumar A. The development of a scenario-based framework for an integrated assessment of methane mitigation in natural gas supply chains, 2026.
  7. Agu G, Davis M, Radpour S, Kumar A. A technology-resolved framework for assessing methane abatement in conventional oil and oil sands supply systems, 2026.
  8. Sreekumar A, Oni AO, Kurian V, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of co-processing fast pyrolysis bio-oil with bitumen-based vacuum gas oil in existing refineries to produce transportation fuels, 2026.
  9. Ogunjimi O, Rosha P, Kumar A. Techno-economic and life cycle assessment with plant capacity optimization for cellulose nanocrystal production from wheat straw, 2026.
  10. Rathore SS, Joy J, Kumar A. Comprehensive economic assessment of electrodialysis-based a dual-output facility for lithium production, 2026.
  11. Tikadar B, Kumar A, Swami D. Environmental and economic competitiveness of biochar for decarbonizing India's iron and steel industry under emerging carbon policy scenarios, 2026.
  12. Okunlola A, Davis M, Kumar A. The development of a framework to assess the cost-competitiveness of electrolytic hydrogen-based ammonia production using price-following wind power and small modular nuclear reactor-based power plants, 2026.
  13. Sperry L, Davis M, Kumar A. Development of a bottom-up framework of economy-wide energy-efficiency potential and associated greenhouse gas emission mitigation, 2024.
  14. Sperry L, Davis M, Kumar A. Planning for net-zero GHG emissions by 2050: Moving from technical feasibility assessments to actionable analysis, 2023.
  15. Zhang H, Sebastian RM, Khan M, Kumar A. Comparative assessment of life cycle greenhouse gas emissions for nine sustainable municipal solid waste management pathways in North America, 2023.
  16. Akbari M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Lignin biorefinery products, challenges and environmental impacts: A comprehensive review, 2023.

Conference Publications

682 result(s)

  1. Anand S*, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of co-pyrolysis of biomass and plastic waste for sustainable fuels production in a circular economy. CSBE/SCGAB 2026, July 19-22, 2026, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.
  2. Sreekumar A*, Kumar A. Transforming forest residues into transportation fuels: analyzing the potential of co-processing for advancing global circular bioeconomy. CSBE/SCGAB 2026, July 19-22, 2026, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.
  3. Cumpa-Millones E*, Bhattacharjee N, Kumar A. Techno-Economic and Life Cycle Assessments of Hydrogen production from biowaste with Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS). The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) Annual International Meeting, July 12-15, 2026, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.
  4. Bhattacharjee N*, Adewola E, Kumar A. Hydrogen-Oriented Scale-Up and Commissioning of a Pilot-Scale Intermediate Pyrolysis System for Corn Stover. The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) Annual International Meeting, July 12-15, 2026, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.
  5. Javed K*, Kumar A. Inclined Flow Dynamics: Investigating the Combined Effects of Feedstock Type, Concentration, and Slope on Biomass Slurry Hydrotransport. The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) Annual International Meeting, July 12-15, 2026, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.
  6. Kumar A. Development of a modelling framework for the integrated assessment of renewable energy technologies in the context of energy system decarbonization. Workshop on Modelling Renewable Energy in a Climate Change Context, Banff, Alberta, Canada, July 3-5, 2026 (invited).
  7. Shibani*, Davis M, Radpour S, Kumar A. Development of a Framework for Assessment of System-wide Energy, Cost, and GHG Impacts for Deploying Pure Hydrogen Communities. Conference presentation, Canadian Economics Association, Vancouver, British Columbia, May 28–30, 2026.
  8. Akmam W*, Davis M, Radpour S, Kumar A. Development of an Assessment Framework for Ethanol in Low-Carbon Energy Systems. Conference presentation, Canadian Societies for Chemistry and Chemical Engineering 2026 Conferences and Exhibition (X2026), hosted by the Canadian Society for Chemistry (CSC) and Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering (CSChE), Toronto, Ontario, Canada, May 24–28, 2026.
  9. Okunlola M*, Davis M, Radpour S, Kumar A. Assessment of Electric Vehicle Market Penetration Considering Seasonal and Regional Climate Differences Across Canadian Provinces. Conference presentation, Canadian Societies for Chemistry and Chemical Engineering 2026 Conferences and Exhibition (X2026), hosted by the Canadian Society for Chemistry (CSC) and Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering (CSChE), Toronto, Ontario, Canada, May 24–28, 2026.
  10. Saha T*, Davis M, Radpour S, Kumar A. A Framework for Integrated Modelling: An Assessment of CO₂ Pipeline and Storage Systems. Conference presentation, Canadian Societies for Chemistry and Chemical Engineering 2026 Conferences and Exhibition (X2026), hosted by the Canadian Society for Chemistry (CSC) and Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering (CSChE), Toronto, Ontario, Canada, May 24–28, 2026.
  11. Hossain MS*, Mohan O, Javed K, Kumar A. Integrated pipeline hydro transport and hydrothermal liquefaction of wheat straw for bioethanol production. Poster presentation, 34th European Biomass Conference and Exhibition, The Hague, The Netherlands, May 19–22, 2026.
  12. Ogunjimi O*, Rosha P, Kumar A. Techno-economic and environmental assessment of cellulose nanocrystal production from lignocellulosic biomass via sulfuric acid hydrolysis. Poster presentation, 34th European Biomass Conference and Exhibition, The Hague, The Netherlands, May 19–22, 2026.
  13. Sipeolu D*, Davis M, Saha T, Radpour S, Kumar A. Evaluating Bio-Energy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) deployment pathways in Canada. Conference presentation, 34th European Biomass Conference and Exhibition, The Hague, The Netherlands, May 19–22, 2026.
  14. Adewola E*, Cumpa Millones E, Mohan O, Bhattacharjee N, Fakayode O, Meza Diaz B, Kumar A. Pilot-Scale Thermo-Catalytic Reforming for Syngas Production: Implications for Hydrogen Generation and Distributed Energy Systems. Resilient and Clean Energy Systems (RCES) Workshop, University of Alberta MIF Workshop, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, May 12–13, 2026.
  15. Cumpa Millones E*, Mohan O, Bhattacharjee N, Meza Diaz B, Kumar A. Techno-Economic Assessment of Intermediate Pyrolysis and Carbon Capture and Storage Technologies Integration for H₂ Production. Resilient and Clean Energy Systems (RCES) Workshop, University of Alberta MIF Workshop, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, May 12–13, 2026.
  16. Anaya K*, Kumar A. System-level competitiveness of hydrogen with CCS and its role in CCU. Presented at the nexusH2C Workshop, Co-organized by Hydrogen Technology Collaboration Programme (TCP) - International Energy Agency (IEA), Energy Pipeline Institute of Canada and Centre for Hydrogen Innovation, Workforce Development and Outreach (CHIWDO) – University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 20, 2026 (†).
  17. Kumar A*. Integrated assessment of hydrogen energy systems with techno-economic assessment (TEA) and life cycle assessment (LCA). Presented at the nexusH2C Workshop, Co-organized by Hydrogen Technology Collaboration Programme (TCP) - International Energy Agency (IEA), Energy Pipeline Institute of Canada and Centre for Hydrogen Innovation, Workforce Development and Outreach (CHIWDO) – University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 20, 2026 (†).
  18. Kumar A.* Program Updates. NSERC Alliance Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems TAC Meeting and Virtual Workshop, April 13, 2026, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
  19. Yousefikhanghah M*, Joy J, Baritto M, Kumar A. Decarbonizing Canadian oilsands upgrading: comparative techno-economic analysis of electrification and CO₂ capture. Technical presentation, NSERC Alliance TAC Meeting, virtual, Apr. 13, 2026.
  20. Saha T*, Davis M, Radpour S, Kumar A. Energy Systems Modelling Framework for CCUS Projects across Canada. Technical presentation, NSERC Alliance TAC Meeting, virtual, Apr. 13, 2026.
  21. Khan F*, Kumar A. Strategic Valorization of Biogenic CO₂ from Kraft Pulp Mills. Technical presentation, NSERC Alliance TAC Meeting, virtual, Apr. 13, 2026.
  22. Shibani*, Davis M, Radpour S, Kumar A. Cost and GHG Impact Assessment of Pure Hydrogen Communities in Alberta. Poster, CERAWeek 2026, Houston, Texas, Mar. 2026.
  23. Billal M*, Kumar A. GIS-based Integrated Costs and Environmental Footprints Assessment for Bioenergy Supply Chains. Presentation, CERAWeek 2026, Houston, Texas, Mar. 2026.
  24. Kumar A*. Development of an integrated assessment framework for integration of municipal solid waste (MSW) in an energy system. Scheme for Promotion of Academic and Research Collaboration (SPARC) on Advancing Circular Resource Systems via Organic Waste Recovery Technologies, Indian Institute of Technology - Kharagpur, Feb. 5-7, 2026, Kharagpur, West Bengal, India (†).
  25. Kumar A*. Advancing compressed biogas systems: innovations in digestion, upgrading, feedstock management, and CCUS integration for high-performance and sustainable plants. India Energy Week 2026, Compressed Biogas Workshop, Goa, India, Jan. 28, 2026 (†).
  26. Kumar A*. Opportunities for Alberta-India energy trade. Alberta-India Chamber of Commerce, Webinar, Jan. 20, 2026, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (†).
  27. Sipeolu D*, Saha T, Davis M, Radpour S, Kumar A. Integrated Assessment Framework for BECCS in the Canadian Energy System. Technical presentation, Mission Innovation Carbon Dioxide Removal: Workshop of Canada’s CDR Research Initiatives, virtual, Nov. 26, 2025.
  28. Kumar A.* Program Updates. NSERC Alliance Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems TAC Meeting and Workshop, October 22, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
  29. Baritto M*, Kumar A. System-level techno-economic and GHG emissions assessments of non-combustion products derived from oil sands. Technical presentation, NSERC Alliance TAC Meeting, hybrid, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, and virtual, Oct. 22, 2025.
  30. Rosha P*, Kumar A. Assessment of CO₂ Use in High-density Polyethylene Production. Technical presentation, NSERC Alliance TAC Meeting, hybrid, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, and virtual, Oct. 22, 2025.
  31. Anaya K*, Joy J, Kumar A. Integrated direct air capture-based methanol synthesis enabled by small modular reactor cogeneration. Technical presentation, NSERC Alliance TAC Meeting, hybrid, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, and virtual, Oct. 22, 2025.
  32. Agu G*, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessment of Methane Reduction Pathways in the Natural Gas Sector. Technical presentation, NSERC Alliance TAC Meeting, hybrid, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, and virtual, Oct. 22, 2025.
  33. Davis M*, Kumar A. Is there a role for firm hydrogen-based electricity in future energy systems? Technical Advisory Committee Meeting of the NSERC Alliance Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, Edmonton, AB, Canada, Oct. 22, 2025.
  34. Shibani*, Davis M, Kumar A. Cost and GHG Impact Assessment of Pure Hydrogen Communities in Alberta. Technical presentation, NSERC Alliance TAC Meeting, hybrid, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, and virtual, Oct. 22, 2025.
  35. Radpour S*, Davis M, Kumar A. Energy Price-driven Trade-offs between Capital Costs and Energy Efficiency in Canada’s Iron and Steel and Cement Sectors. Technical presentation, NSERC Alliance TAC Meeting, hybrid, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, and virtual, Oct. 22, 2025.
  36. Anand S*, Joy J, Kumar A. Assessment of mixed plastic recycling via the ethanol route for maximum HDPE yield and reduced GHG emissions in a circular economy. Technical presentation, NSERC Alliance TAC Meeting, hybrid, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, and virtual, Oct. 22, 2025.
  37. Billal M*, Kumar A. Optimal location of biorefineries based on agricultural residues. Technical presentation, NSERC Alliance TAC Meeting, hybrid, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, and virtual, Oct. 22, 2025.
  38. Sipeolu D*, Davis M, Radpour S, Kumar A. Bio-Energy with Carbon Capture and Storage in Power Generation. Conference presentation, Canadian Chemical Engineering Conference, Montreal, Quebec, Oct. 5–8, 2025.
  39. Yousefikhanghah M*, Joy J, Kumar A. Assessment of Greenhouse Gas Emission and Energy Footprints of Electrifying Bitumen Upgraders in North American Refineries. Canadian Chemical Engineering Conference October 5-8, 2025, Montreal, QC.
  40. Rosha P*, Kumar A. Evaluation of CO₂ Integration in High-Density Polyethylene Production: A Techno-economic Assessment. Canadian Chemical Engineering Conference October 5-8, 2025, Montreal, QC.
  41. Anand S*, Joy J, Kumar A. Parametric analysis and energy efficiency enhancement of mixed plastic waste chemical recycling in a circular economy. Canadian Chemical Engineering Conference October 5-8, 2025, Montreal, QC.
  42. Davis M*, Fakayode O, Shibani, Radpour S, Okunlola A, Kumar A. Economic and environmental assessments of building space heating solutions: electrification versus hydrogen in Canada. Final presentation with Natural Resources Canada, virtual, Sep. 17, 2025.
  43. Davis M*, Kumar A. LEAP-Canada Model and Sankey Diagrams: Useful and Rejected Energy briefing to Natural Resources Canada, virtual, July 14, 2025.
  44. Adewola E*, Kumar A. Hydrogen Generation via Dry Reforming of Corn Stover Pellets Using Corn Stover Biochar as Catalyst. The American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers, July 13-16, 2025, Toronto, ON.
  45. Javed, K*, Kumar A. Climbing the Flow Ladder: Experimental Insights into Maize Stover Hydro Transport through Inclined Pipes. The American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers, July 13-16, 2025, Toronto, ON.
  46. Javed K*, Richardson A, Flores R, Kumar A. Empirical correlation for particle degradation in pipeline hydro transport of wheat straw slurries: a laboratory-scale study. Poster presentation, The American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers, July 13-16, 2025, Toronto, ON.
  47. Bhattacharjee N*, Kumar A. Empowering Remote Communities: Sustainable Energy Solutions with the Thermo-Catalytic Reforming (TCR®). The American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers, July 13-16, 2025, Toronto, ON.
  48. Mohan O*, Kumar A. Scale effects on horizontal frictional pressure losses in forest residue and agricultural biomass slurry flows. The American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers, July 13-16, 2025, Toronto, ON.
  49. Sreekumar A*, Rosha P, Kumar A. Co-processing Hydrothermal Liquefaction Bio-oil with Vacuum Gas Oil (VGO) in a Conventional Hydroprocessing Unit for Transportation Fuels. The American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers, July 13-16, 2025, Toronto, ON.
  50. Anand S*, Kumar A. Circular Economy of Plastic Waste Via Chemical Recycling Routes: A Pathway Towards Sustainability, Resource Optimization and Waste Utilization, 33rd European Biomass Conference and Exhibition June 9-12, 2025 Valencia, Spain.
  51. Billal M*, Kumar A. The Development of a Framework to Forecast the Availability of Biomass Feedstocks up to 2050 using AI, 33rd European Biomass Conference and Exhibition June 9-12, 2025 Valencia, Spain.
  52. Kumar A*. Development of a Framework for the Assessment of Biohubs, 33rd European Biomass Conference and Exhibition June 9-12, 2025 Valencia, Spain.
  53. Davis M*, Fakayode O, Shibani, Radpour S, Okunlola A, Kumar A. Economic and environmental assessments of building space heating solutions: electrification versus hydrogen in Canada. Final presentation with Natural Resources Canada, virtual, June 5, 2025.
  54. Okunlola A*, Davis M, Kumar A. Can Hydrogen and Ammonia Production through Small Modular Nuclear Reactor-powered Electrolysis be Cost-competitive against Fossil Fuel-based Hydrogen in Canada? Canadian Economic Association May 29-31, 2025, Montreal, QC, Canada.
  55. Agu G*, Davis M, Radpour S, Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Methane Reduction Technologies in Canada’s Oil and Gas Sector, Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering May 25-28, 2025, Montreal, QC, Canada.
  56. Kumar A*. Canada-Switzerland Seminar on Hydrogen May 23, 2025 Zurich, Switzerland.
  57. Kumar A*. World Hydrogen 2025 Summit and Exhibition May 20-22, 2025 Rotterdam, Netherlands.
  58. Kumar A.* Program Updates. NSERC Alliance Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems TAC Meeting and Virtual Workshop, April 29, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
  59. Shibani*, Davis M, Kumar A. A Framework for Trade through Integration of Low-carbon Hydrogen into Multi-regional Gas Systems Canadian Hydrogen Convention, Edmonton, AB, Canada, April 23-24, 2025.
  60. Davis M*, Okunlola A, Fakayode OA, Singh A, Shibani, Radpour S, Srinivas S, Kumar A. Evaluation of Hydrogen vs Heat Pumps for Space Heating across Canada, Canadian Hydrogen Convention, Edmonton, AB, Canada, April 23-24, 2025.
  61. Anaya K*, Kumar A. Hydrogen as a key enabler for CO₂ utilization: A case study on methanol production Canadian Hydrogen Convention, Edmonton, AB, Canada, April 23-24, 2025.
  62. Morimoto S, Shadbahr J, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment and techno-economic assessment for carbon recycling. Presented at the Workshop on Carbon Management, organized by International Energy Agency, Hiroshima, Japan, March 11-13, 2025 (†).
  63. Okunlola A*, Davis M, Kumar A. Competitiveness of electrolytic hydrogen production from small modular nuclear reactor-powered plants in Canada. Poster presented at the Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Conference, Strathcona County, Alberta, March 4, 2025 (†).
  64. Kumar A*. Natural gas vs nuclear power: What is optimal for future hydrogen production. SMR Conference, Strathcona County, Alberta, March 4, 2025 (†).
  65. Kumar A*. Integrated assessment of municipal solid waste (MSW) utilization for sustainable energy and resource recovery. Presented at the SPARC Workshop on Empowering Circular Economy through Organic Waste Recovery, Kharagpur, West Bengal, India, Feb. 19-20, 2025 (†).
  66. Kumar A*. Building the new future-proof workforce for AI’s evolved energy sectors. India Energy Week 2025 Conference February 11-14, 2025 New Delhi, India
  67. Kumar A*. Decarbonization options for residential sector. Alberta Land Institute Webinar, Edmonton, AB, December 11, 2024 (†).
  68. Kumar A*. An innovative approach for assessment of energy systems. Human-Tech Convergence program: International E-Symposium – Sustainable Plastics, Hanyang University, Seoul, South Korea, December 6, 2024 (†).
  69. Kumar A*. Integrated Assessment of energy technologies for decarbonisation. Schmidt Sciences Conference on Energy Technology for India’s Decarbonization, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur, India, November 5-6, 2024 (†).
  70. Anaya K*, Joy J, Kumar A. Large-Scale CO2 Utilization for Production of Methanol in Carbon-Intensive Jurisdictions. The Global Home of Chemical Engineers (AIChE). San Diego, CA, October 27-31, 2024.
  71. Anaya K*, Joy J, Kumar A. Large-scale capture carbon utilization for production of methanol in carbon-intensive jurisdictions. GHGT-17, Calgary, AB, October 20-24, 2024. (P)
  72. Khan F*, Dwivedi A, Kumar A. Development of a Biogenetic CO2 Valorization Framework: A case study of Canadian Pulp Mills. GHGT-17, Calgary, AB, October 20-24, 2024. (P)
  73. Rathore S*, Joy J, Kumar A. Assessment of energy and greenhouse gas emissions’ footprints for the production of Lithium for a net-zero economy. The Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering (CSChE), Toronto, ON, October 6-9, 2024.
  74. Yousefikhanghah M*, Joy J, Kumar A. Electrification of Bitumen Upgraders in the Oilsands Sector. The Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering (CSChE), Toronto, ON, October 6-9, 2024.
  75. Anaya K*, Kumar A. Sustainable methanol production from natural gas: CO2 mitigation and process optimization. The Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering (CSChE), Toronto, ON, October 6-9, 2024.
  76. Kumar A*. The Energy Council 2024 Annual Meeting. Tulsa, Oklahoma, September 12-14, 2024
  77. Kumar A*. Integrated Assessment of Decarbonization Pathways. Carbon Capture Canada, Edmonton, AB, September 10-12, 2024 (†).
  78. Richardson A, Flores R, Javed K, Kumar A. Experimental Investigation of Particle Degradation of Agricultural Residue Biomass in Post-Pumping During Pipeline Hydro Transport. Faculty of Engineering Graduate Research Symposium 2024, August 13-15, 2024, Edmonton, AB, CA.
  79. Akmam W, Javed K, Kumar A. Potential Techniques to Measure In Situ Rheological Properties of Biomass Slurries During Pipeline Hydro Transport for Large Scale Biofuel Production, Faculty of Engineering Graduate Research Symposium 2024, August 13-15, 2024, Edmonton, AB, CA.
  80. Javed K*, Flores R, Richardson A, Kumar A. The impact of flow parameters and pipe slopes on frictional behaviour of agricultural residue biomass-water slurries in uphill and downhill flows. The American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers (ASABE) Annual International Meeting, July 28-31, 2024, Anaheim, CA, USA.
  81. Billal M*, Mukherjee A, Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of a Biorefinery for the Production of Bioenergy and Bioproducts. The American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers (ASABE) Annual International Meeting July 28-31, 2024, Anaheim, CA, USA.
  82. Bhattacharjee N*, Castellanos B, Menon U, Kumar A. Non-Catalyzed Hybrid Intermediate Pyrolysis for the Efficient Conversion of Source-Separated Organics into High-Quality Bio-Oil and Hydrogen-Rich Syngas. The American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers (ASABE) Annual International Meeting July 28-31, 2024, Anaheim, CA, USA.
  83. Sreekumar A*, Mukherjee A, Kumar A. Development of Energy and GHG Emission Footprints in Production of Fuels through Co-processing of Bio-oil with Conventional Vacuum Gas Oil. The American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers (ASABE) Annual International Meeting July 28-31, 2024, Anaheim, CA, USA.
  84. Kumar A*. Innovative Energy Technologies and Climate Solutions, 33rd Pacific Northwest Economic Region Annual Summit (PNWER), Whistler, BC July 21-23, 2024.
  85. Navarro D*, Mukherjee A, Kumar A. Development of a framework to assess the amounts of agricultural residues as a source of energy in Panama. CSBE/SCGAB 2024, July 7-10, 2024, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
  86. Cumpa-Millones E*, Bhattacharjee N, Kumar A. Hydrogen production through intermediate pyrolysis of pelletized agricultural and forest biomass residues. CSBE/SCGAB 2024, July 7-10, 2024, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
  87. Mohan O*, Fakayode O, Kumar A. Integrating pipeline hydro transportation with hydrothermal liquefaction for biofuel production optimizing process parameters and product characterization. The 32nd European Biomass Conference and Exhibition, June 24-27, 2024, Marseille, France.
  88. Billal M*, Kumar A. The development of a GIS-based framework for the assessment of agricultural residue potential and the determination of optimal biorefinery sites for bioenergy production. The 32nd European Biomass Conference and Exhibition, June 24-27, 2024, Marseille, France.
  89. Clark G, Davis M*, and Kumar A. A scenario-based approach to understanding the technical and economic potential of decarbonizing the cement sector. Canadian Economics Association Annual Meeting, May 30-June 1, 2024, Toronto, ON, Canada.
  90. Chitakana SS*, Monroy R, Joy J, Ahmad R, Kumar A. Techno-Economic analysis on distributed recycling via additive manufacturing. Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering May 26-29, 2024, Toronto, ON
  91. Singh A*, Davis M, Kumar A. LEAP-Canada automation and machine learning integration. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  92. Sreekumar A*, Kumar A. Techno-economic and environmental assessment of co-processing different bio-oils and vacuum gas oil (VGO) to produce transportation fuels. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  93. Okunlola, A*, Davis M, Kumar A. Development of techno-economic frameworks to assess the adoption of low-carbon intensity hydrogen in the energy transition. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  94. Ogunjimi O*, Kumar A. Assessment of biorefinery systems with carbon capture and storage. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  95. Sipeolu D*, Davis M, Kumar A. Long-term assessment of carbon dioxide removal technologies. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  96. Khan F*, Kumar A, Development of a biogenic CO2 valorization framework for Canada. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  97. Agu G*, Davis M, Kumar A. Integrated assessment of methane reduction technologies for Canada. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  98. Anaya K*, Kumar A. Assessment of the carbon value chain: CO2 capture, storage, and utilization for fuel production. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  99. Yousefikhanghah M*, Kumar A. Electrification of bitumen processing: A mitigation option for the decarbonization of oilsands sector. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  100. Billal MM*, Kumar A. Development of integrated GIS-based techno-economic optimization models for multi-feedstock and multi-product biomass supply chains. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  101. Davis M*, Kumar A. Development of a framework for the assessment of decarbonization pathways for Canada. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  102. Baritto M*, Kumar A. Techno-economic and GHG emissions assessments of non-combustion products from oil sands. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  103. Fakayode O*, Kumar A. Development of integrated models for the assessment of optimal locations for hydrogen production, utilization, and carbon use facilities. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  104. Radpour S*, Kumar A. The development of market penetration models for low-carbon technologies. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  105. Rathore S*, Kumar A. Assessment of Canada’s critical minerals (CMs) value chain. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  106. Anand S*, Kumar A. Circular economy of plastic waste: Assessment of chemical recycling. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  107. Shibani*, Davis M, Kumar A. Integration of higher blends of low-carbon hydrogen into Canadian energy system. Kick-off and Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting for the NSERC Alliance Grant Program on Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems, May 13, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  108. Coraca G, Davis M*, and Kumar A. Toward Sustainable Hydrogen Production: Linking Cost, Carbon, and Water Impacts. Canadian Hydrogen Convention, Edmonton, AB, Canada, April 23-24, 2024.
  109. Okunlola A*, Davis M, and Kumar A. Can Hydrogen Production through Small Modular Reactor-powered Electrolysis be Cost Competitive Against Conventional Hydrogen? Canadian Hydrogen Convention, Edmonton, AB, Canada, April 23-24, 2024.
  110. Menon U*, Dubey BK, Kumar A. Comparative assessment of softwood biochar via thermochemical conversion technologies: A physicochemical characterization study, ACS National Meeting and Exposition, March 17-21, 2024, New Orleans, LA, USA.
  111. Kumar A*, Overview of the University of Alberta Hydrogen and CCUS Research, 14th Annual Canada UK Energy Summit, March 12-15, 2024, London, UK.
  112. Adewola E*, Cumpa Millones E, Bhattacharjee N, Diaz BM, Kumar A. Evaluation of Green Hydrogen Production Potential with CCS from Biowaste Using Intermediate Pyrolysis, Resilient and Clean Energy Systems Initiative (RCESI) Workshop, March 11, 2024, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  113. Kumar A*. Academia, a cornerstone of the future energy ecosystem, India Energy Week 2024 Conference February 6-9, 2024 Goa, India
  114. Baritto M*, Oni A, Kumar A. Techno-economic and GHG emissions assessments of Vanadium recovery from bitumen-derived petcoke fly ash, Canadian Chemical Engineering Conference, October 29 – Nov. 1, 2023, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
  115. Kumar A*. Global energy transition: An opportunity for Canadian natural gas sector through hydrogen. Natural Gas Investment Fund (NGIF) Capital’s Operator Market Intelligence Day, Oct. 19, 2023, Calgary, Alberta, Canada AB (†).
  116. Kumar A*. Role of biohydrogen in energy transition. CSBE/SCGAB 2023, July 23-26, 2023, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada AB (†).
  117. Menon U*, Kumar A, Dubey BK. Thermo-catalytic reforming biochar as a sustainable and high-performance electrode material for supercapacitor application. CSBE/SCGAB 2023, July 23-26, 2023, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada AB.
  118. Billal MM*, Dwivedi A, Kumar A. The development of a GIS-based framework for the assessment of the agricultural residue potential and determination of optimal biorefinery sites for bioenergy. ASABE 2023, July 9-12, 2023, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.
  119. Sreekumar A*, Oni A, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of co-processing fast pyrolysis bio-oil with conventional vacuum gas oil for the production of liquid fuels. ASABE 2023, July 9-12, 2023, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.
  120. Javed K*, Kumar A. Comparison of frictional behaviour and techno-economics of agricultural residue biomass in ascending and descending pipes. ASABE 2023, July 9-12, 2023, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.
  121. Martinez BM*, Mohan O, Kurian V, Bhattacharjee N, Kumar A. Pelletization of three municipal solid waste streams: digestate, source separated organics, refuse derived fuel for use in a biorefinery. ASABE 2023, July 9-12, 2023, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.
  122. Billal MM*, Dwivedi A, Kumar A. The development of a new GIS-based optimization model for multi-feedstock and multi-product biomass supply chain. EUCBE 2023, June 5-8, 2023, Bologna, Italy.
  123. Mohan O*, Kumar A. Investigation into the drag reduction behaviour during pipeline hydro-transportation of forest residues. EUCBE 2023, June 5-8, 2023, Bologna, Italy.
  124. Sperry L, Davis M*, Kumar A. Technology-based options for achieving net-zero GHG emissions in Canada. The 57th Annual Conference of the Canadian Economics Association Annual Meeting (CEA), June 1-3, 2023, Winnipeg, MN, Canada (†).
  125. Anaya K*, Oni AO, Kumar A. Impact of carbon capture and storage on the water demand of blue hydrogen production. Canadian Hydrogen Convention 2023, Apr. 25-26, 2023, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  126. Davis M*, Kumar A. Evaluation of using Alberta hydrogen for clean-firm power in decarbonized power grids. Canadian Hydrogen Convention 2023, Apr. 25-26, 2023, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  127. Haider M*, Davis M, Kumar A. A strategy assessment to decarbonize road transport in Alberta. Canadian Hydrogen Convention 2023, Apr. 25-26, 2023, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  128. Kumar A*. Overview – University of Alberta. Mission to United Kingdom – Hydrogen and Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage Innovation, London and Leeds, March 19-23, 2023, Leeds, UK.
  129. Nayan NF*, Dwivedi A, Akbari M, Kumar A. Assessment of bio-jet fuel production from alcohols. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering TAC Meeting, Nov. 30, 2022, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  130. Khanna D*, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Comparative life cycle assessment of a battery electric vehicle and a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering TAC Meeting, Nov. 30, 2022, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  131. Coraca G*, Davis M, Kumar A. Long-term integrated assessment of water and GHG impacts of a transition to low-carbon unconventional oil extraction. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering TAC Meeting, Nov. 30, 2022, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  132. Coraca G*, Davis M, Kumar A. Development of water demand and supply footprints of adoption of novel low-carbon bitumen extraction technologies in a net-zero future. 2022 Annual Water Resources Conference, Nov 7-9, 2022, Seattle, WA, USA.
  133. Anaya K*, Oni AO, Kumar. Investigating the techno-economic performance of chemical looping technology for hydrogen production. Carbon Capture Canada Conference, Sept. 20-22, 2022, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  134. Hoque M*, Oni AO, Kumar A. Development of a techno-economic model for the assessment of cost of bitumen using steam-solvent extraction technology. CSChE, Oct. 23-26, 2022 Vancouver, BC, Canada.
  135. Nayan NF*, Dwivedi A, Akbari M, Kumar A. Assessment of bio-jet fuel production from alcohols. CSChE, Oct.23-26, 2022 Vancouver, BC, Canada.
  136. Baritto M*, Oni AO, Kumar A. Greenhouse gas emissions and cost footprints of asphaltene-based carbon fibers derived from oil sands bitumen. CSChE, Oct. 23-26, 2022 Vancouver, BC, Canada.
  137. Dwivedi A, Khan FM*, Kumar A. Development of a valorization framework for biogenic CO2 emissions from kraft pulp mills. CSChE, Oct. 23-26, 2022 Vancouver, BC, Canada.
  138. Clark G*, Davis M, Kumar A. Net-zero pathways for cement sector. ICAE 2022, Aug. 8-11, 2022, Bochum, Germany (V).
  139. Okunlola A*, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessing the value of electrolytic hydrogen in power sectors for reversible gas-to-power conversion and emissions reduction. ICAE 2022, Aug. 8-11, 2022, Bochum, Germany (V).
  140. Haider M*, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessment of decarbonizing the road transportation sector using low carbon fuels. ICAE 2022, Aug. 8-11, 2022, Bochum, Germany (V).
  141. Sperry L*, Davis M, Kumar A. Development of an economy-wide decarbonization assessment framework for an emission intensive and a net energy exporting jurisdiction. ICAE 2022, Aug. 8-11, 2022, Bochum, Germany (V).
  142. Javed K*, Kurian V, Kumar A. Two-phase (solid-liquid) flows of agricultural residue biomass in inclined pipes. ASABE 2022, July 17-20, 2022, Houston, Texas, USA.
  143. Omex M*, Kurian V, Pradhan P, Kumar A. Evaluation of particle size, shape and specific energy consumption during hammer milling of wheat straw and softwood residues. ASABE 2022, July 17-20, 2022, Houston, Texas, USA.
  144. Billal MM*, Dwivedi A, Sebastian RM, Kumar A. A GIS-based optimization model for multi-feedstock biomass supply chain for multi-product generation through integrated biorefineries. ASABE 2022, July 17-20, 2022, Houston, Texas, USA.
  145. Sreekumar A*, Oni A, Kurian V, Kumar A. Analyzing the techno-economic aspects of co-processing fast pyrolysis bio-oil with conventional vacuum gas oil for the production of liquid fuels. ASABE 2022, July 17-20, 2022, Houston, Texas, USA.
  146. Okunlola A*, Giwa T, Di Lullo G, Davis M, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Can low-carbon hydrogen from Canada be competitive in international markets? 56th Annual CEA Conference, May 31-June 4, 2022, Ottawa, ON, Canada (†; V).
  147. Davis M*, Kumar A. Decarbonization of the electricity supply sector through development of energy systems model. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering TAC Meeting, May 25, 2022, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  148. Okunlola A*, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessing the value of electrolytic hydrogen in power sectors for reversible gas-to-power conversion and emissions reduction. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering TAC Meeting, May 25, 2022, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  149. Barrito M*, Oni A, Kumar A., Life cycle GHG emissions assessment of vanadium recovery from spent catalysts from bitumen upgraders. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering TAC Meeting, May 25, 2022, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  150. Billal MM*, Sebastian R, Kumar A. The development of an integrated GIS-based MINLP model with economies of scale for electricity generation from waste-to-energy facilities in Western Canada. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering TAC Meeting, May 25, 2022, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  151. Nayan NF*, Dwivedi A, Akbari M, Kumar A. Assessment of Alcohol-based Renewable Jet fuel Production Pathway, EUCBE 2022, May 9-12, 2022 (V).
  152. Billal MM*, Sebastian R, Kumar A. Development of a framework for forecasting residential and non-residential solid waste generation, disposal and diversion using machine learning approaches. EUCBE 2022, Marseille, France, May 9-12, 2022 (V).
  153. Mohan O*, Kurian V, Kumar A. Scale up of pipeline hydro-transportation of agricultural and forestry resides. EUCBE 2022, Marseille, France, May 9-12, 2022 (V).
  154. Sreekumar A*, Oni A, Kurian V, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of co-processing of fast pyrolysis bio-oil with fossil fuel derived vacuum gas oil. EUCBE 2022, Marseille, France, May 9-12, 2022 (V).
  155. Okunlola A*, Giwa T, Di Lullo G, Davis M, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Is there a value for low carbon hydrogen exports from Alberta, Canada in international markets? Canadian Hydrogen Convention, Edmonton, Alberta, April 26-27, 2022.
  156. Anaya KJ*, Oni AO, Di Lullo G, Kumar A. Comparative assessment of blue hydrogen from steam methane reforming, autothermal reforming, and natural gas decomposition technologies for natural gas-producing regions. Canadian Hydrogen Convention, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, April 26-27, 2022.
  157. Giwa T*, Di Lullo G, Okunlola A, Davis M, Mehedi TH, Oni AO, Kumar A. Comparative cost and greenhouse gas emission assessment of land-based hydrogen transportation systems. Canadian Hydrogen Convention, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, April 26-27, 2022.
  158. Okunlola A*, Davis M, Di Lullo G, Giwa T, Kumar A. How effective is hydrogen-natural gas blending at reducing greenhouse gas emissions? Canadian Hydrogen Convention, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, April 26-27, 2022.
  159. Haider M*, Davis M, Kumar A. Greenhouse gas intensity and share of low-carbon technology vehicles in 2050. Canadian Hydrogen Convention, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, April 26-27, 2022.
  160. Owttrim C, Kumar A*. Assessment of options for reduction of energy and GHG emissions for pulp and paper sector. 2022 PAPERWEEK Canada, Feb. 7-11, 2022 (†; V).
  161. Owttrim C*, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessment of greenhouse gas abatement scenarios for the pulp and paper sector. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Dec. 7, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  162. Okunlola A*, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessing the cost competitiveness of electrolytic hydrogen production from small modular nuclear power plants. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Dec. 7, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  163. Lullo G*, Oni AO, Kumar A. Using proxy models and adaptive sampling to integrate complex engineering models into life cycle assessments of energy systems. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Dec. 7, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  164. Giwa T*, Akbari M, Kumar A. Life cycle greenhouse gas emissions assessments of an integrated biorefinery producing bio-oil, ethanol, and hydrogen. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Dec. 7, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  165. Khanna D*, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of an electric vehicle: the impact of driving pattern and climatic conditions on the environmental performance. ICAE 2021, Nov. 29-Dec. 2, 2021, Thailand (V).
  166. Rahman MM*, Gemechu E, Oni A, Kumar A. Assessment of environmental and energy footprints of utility-scale flywheel energy storage systems. ICAE 2021, Nov. 29-Dec. 2, 2021, Thailand (V).
  167. Maurya J*, Gemechu E, Kumar A. The techno-economic assessment of alternative materials for hydrogen production via photocatalytic water splitting. ICAE 2021, Nov. 29-Dec. 2, 2021, Thailand (V).
  168. Sperry L*, Davis M, Kumar A. Development of a bottom-up framework to determine energy efficiency contribution potential of more than 100 measures for meeting national net-zero GHG emissions. ICAE 2021, Nov. 29-Dec. 2, 2021, Thailand (V).
  169. Owttrim C*, Davis M. Kumar A. Predicting the efficiency of industrial device retrofits: a technology explicit approach. ICAE 2021, Nov. 29-Dec. 2, 2021, Thailand (V).
  170. Haider M*, Davis M, Kumar A. Long-term energy transition in road transportation by 2050: a system-wide cost, market share, and greenhouse gas emission comparison of conventional, battery electric and hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles. ICAE 2021, Nov. 29-Dec. 2, 2021, Thailand (V).
  171. Maurya J, Gemechu E, Kumar A. The techno-economic assessment of alternative materials for hydrogen production via photocatalytic water splitting. FES 2021 Research Symposium, Sept 20, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (V).
  172. Patrick T, Davis M, Kumar A. Water-use implications of low-carbon pathways in the oil sands. FES 2021 Research Symposium, Sept 20, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (V).
  173. Mohan O, Kurian V, Kumar A. Scale up study on pipeline hydro-transportation of agricultural and forestry residues. FES 2021 Research Symposium, Sept 20, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (V).
  174. Davis M, Kumar A. A decarbonization assessment of Canada's electricity generation sector. FES Research Symposium, Sept 20, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (V).
  175. Haider M, Davis M, Kumar A. Projections of cost of ownership; GHG intensity; and market share of vehicles in the passenger and freight transportation sectors. FES 2021 Research Symposium, Sept 20, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (V).
  176. Gemechu E, Mehedi T, Kumar A. Transition to cleaner grid for fossil fuel dominant jurisdictions: Development of a consequential lifecycle assessment approach. FES 2021 Research Symposium, Sept 20, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (V).
  177. Javed K*, Kurian V, Kumar A. Development of empirical correlation to model frictional behaviour of aqueous biomass slurry flow in vertical pipe section. ASABE 2021, July 12-16, 2021, USA (V).
  178. Billal M*, Sebastian R, Kurian V, Kumar A. The development of an integrated GIS-based mixed-integer non-linear programming model for waste-to-energy systems in Western Canada. The 36th International Conference on Solid Waste Technology and Management. ASABE 2021, July 12-16, 2021, USA (V).
  179. Javed K*, Kurian V, Kumar A. Hydro-transport of lignocellulosic biomass through inclined pipelines. ASABE 2021, July 12-16, 2021, USA (V).
  180. Dhakal B*, Gill M, Kurian V, Kumar A, Gupta R, Hornung A. Life cycle greenhouse gas emissions assessments of an integrated biorefinery producing bio-oil, ethanol, and hydrogen. ASABE 2021, July 12-16, 2021, USA (V).
  181. Javed K*, Kurian V, Kumar A. Experimental investigation of terminal settling velocity of biomass particles in Newtonian fluid. ASABE 2021, July 12-16, 2021, USA (V).
  182. Kukkikatte H*, Gemechu E, Thaker U, Shankar K, Kumar A. Life cycle environmental and techno-economic assessment of perovskite solar cells. Aditya Birla Group, July 16, 2021, India (†; V).
  183. Dhakal B*, Kurian V, Gupta R, Kumar A. Thermo-catalytic reforming of Canadian agricultural residues to produce biofuels, 2nd Online International Conference on Recycling and Waste Management, July 5-6, 2021, Washington DC, USA (V).
  184. Owttrim C*, Davis M, Kumar A. The technical and economic potential for improving energy efficiency in the Canadian pulp and paper sector. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Jun. 28, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  185. Billal MM*, Islam MS, Sebastian RM, Kumar A. The development of a GIS-based framework for determining optimal locations for biorefineries in Canada. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Jun. 28, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  186. Haider M*, Davis M, Kumar A. The development of data-intensive models for the estimation of GHG intensity, cost and market shares of vehicles in the passenger and freight transportation sectors by 2050. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Jun. 28, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  187. Akbari M*, Kumar A. The development of data-intensive techno-economic models for the comparison of 5 biomass conversion pathways for the production of renewable natural gas. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Jun. 28, 2021, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†; V).
  188. Davis M*, Kumar A. A decarbonization assessment of Canada’s electricity generation sector. The 55th Annual Conference of the Canadian Economics Association Annual Meeting (CEA), June 4-6, 2021, Vancouver, BC, Canada (†; V).
  189. Patrick T*, Davis M*, Kumar A. Development of long-term forecasting model to assess current and future water flows in Canada for energy supply sectors. CWRA National Conference – Managing Water Risks and Opportunities: Sharing Knowledge and Expertise, May 31-June 4, 2021, Quebec, Canada (†; V).
  190. Islam M, Sebastian R*, Kurian V, Kumar A. Optimal siting of municipal solid waste-to-energy conversion facilities using a GIS-based framework. 2020 WtE, May 31-June 4, 2021, Guelph, ON (V).
  191. Sperry L*, Davis M, Kumar A. Achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in Canada by 2050 – what does it mean? Climate Exp0 – The COP26 Universities Network Virtual Conference, May 17-21, 2021 (V).
  192. Okunlola A*, Davis M, Kumar A. Green hydrogen production in Canada for export to Europe – An assessment of technical potential. Climate Exp0 – The COP26 Universities Network Virtual Conference, May 17-21, 2021 (V).
  193. Davis M*, Kumar A. Assessing decarbonization of the electricity supply sector through comprehensive integrated scenario analysis. Climate Exp0 – The COP26 Universities Network Virtual Conference, May 17-21, 2021 (V).
  194. Sebastian RM*, Patel M,Akbari M, Kumar A. Assessment of renewable aviation fuel production potential for Alberta. 5th CIGR International Conference, May 11-14, 2021, Quebec City, Canada (V).
  195. Davis M*, Okunlola A*, Di Lullo G*, Giwa T, Anaya K, Oni AO*, Gemechu E, Haider M, Mehedi T, Kumar A*. Identification and assessment of opportunities for hydrogen in Alberta’s economy. The ADOE Webinar on Hydrogen for the Government of Alberta, May 13, 2021, Edmonton, AB (†; V).
  196. Sebastian RM*, Kumar A. 2021. Development of biomass feedstock inventory for Canadian provinces 5thCIGR International Conference, May 11-14, 2021, Quebec City, Canada (V).
  197. Davis M*, Okunlola A*, Di Lullo G*, Giwa T, Anaya K, Oni AO*, Gemechu E, Haider M, Mehedi T, Kumar A*. Identification and assessment of opportunities for hydrogen in Alberta’s economy. The ADOE Industry Webinar on Hydrogen, May 6, 2021, Edmonton, AB (†; V).
  198. Mohan O*, Kurian V, Kumar A. Artificial neural network model for predicting pressure drop in pipeline hydro transportation of agricultural residues. 27th EUBCE, April 26-29, 2021, Marseille, France (V).
  199. Giwa T*, Akbari M, Kumar A. Development of a techno-economic model for assessment of an integrated pyrolysis and fermentation plants for production of bio-oil and ethanol. 27th EUBCE, April 26-29, 2021, Marseille, France (V).
  200. Akbari M*, Sebastian R, Kumar A. Development of techno-economic model for assessment of bio-hubs. 27th EUBCE, April 26-29, 2021, Marseille, France (V).
  201. Akbari M*, Kumar A. Techno-economic Assessment of renewable natural gas (RNG) production from various thermo-chemical and biological conversion processes using biomass feedstocks. Value of Biogas Virtual Conference, April 27-29, 2021 (V).
  202. Kumar A*. Overview of NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Research Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Cenovus Energy, April 6, 2021 (V).
  203. Owttrim C, Davis M, Kumar A. How can we get from where we are to where we need to be? University of Alberta 3M Thesis Finalist, April 1, 2021 (virtual).
  204. Billal M*, Sebastian R, Kumar A. Developing a GIS-based optimization framework for waste-to-energy facilities for Western Canada. The 36th International Conference on Solid Waste Technology and Management, March 14-16, 2021, Annapolis, MD, USA (V).
  205. Rahman MM*, Gemechu E, Oni AO, Kumar A. Development of a novel framework for assessment of utility-scale energy storage systems. 38th International Battery Seminar & Exhibit, Mar. 9-11, 2021 (†; V).
  206. Giwa T*, Akbari M*, Kumar A. The development of techno-economic model for the assessment of biorefinery for the production of bio-oil, ethanol, and hydrogen. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Feb. 26, 2021, Edmonton, AB (†; V).
  207. Oni A*, Toro I*, Kumar A. The development of process models to evaluate the performance of N-solv, ESEIEH, and SAGD oil sands. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Feb. 26, 2021, Edmonton, AB (†; V).
  208. Sperry L, Davis M*, Kumar A. Achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in Canada by 2050 what does it mean? NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Feb. 26, 2021, Edmonton, AB (†; V).
  209. Patrick T*, Davis M*, Kumar A. Water-use implications of low carbon pathways in the oil and gas sector. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Feb. 26, 2021, Edmonton, AB (†; V).
  210. Tran TV*, Gemechu E, Oni AO, Carrier Y, Tezel H, Kumar A. Development of techno-economic and life cycle assessment models for zeolite 13x-based space heating system. 12th ICAE, Dec. 1-10, 2020, Bangkok, Thailand (V).
  211. Maurya J*, Gemechu E, Kumar A. The environmental performances of alternative materials for hydrogen production via photocatalytic water splitting. 12th ICAE, Dec. 1-10, 2020, Bangkok, Thailand (V).
  212. Rahman MM*, Gemechu E, Oni AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of utility scale electro-chemical energy storage systems. 12th ICAE, Dec. 1-10, 2020, Bangkok, Thailand (V).
  213. Kumar A*. EU-Canada cooperation on climate change. Canada-Europe Research Collaboration Online Conference, Nov. 23, 2020 (†; V).
  214. Dhakal B*, Gill M, Kurian V, Hornung A, Kumar A. Intermediate pyrolysis of boreal forest residues for production of biofuels. FES 2020 Digital Research Showcase, Nov. 23-27, 2020.
  215. Maurya J*,Gemechu E, Kumar A. Developing a framework to evaluate the environmental performances of alternative materials for H2 production via photocatalytic water splitting. FES 2020 Digital Research Showcase, Nov. 23-27, 2020.
  216. Davis M*, Mehedi T, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Developing a framework to assess the long-term environmental consequences of the transition to cleaner electricity generation: the case of Alberta. FES 2020 Digital Research Showcase, Nov. 23-27, 2020.
  217. Davis M*, Gupta A, Kumar A. Quantitative assessment of GHG and water footprints for energy scenarios. FES 2020 Digital Research Showcase, Nov. 23-27, 2020.
  218. Patrick T*, Davis M, Gupta A, Kumar A. Oil’s cost on water: bottom up modelling of Canada’s oil and gas sector water use and the effect of commodity price. FES 2020 Digital Research Showcase, Nov. 23-27, 2020.
  219. Rao H*, Gemechu E, Thakur U, Shankar K, Kumar A. The life cycle energy and environmental footprints of high-performance monocrystalline titanium dioxide nanorod-base perovskite solar cells. FES 2020 Digital Research Showcase, Nov. 23-27, 2020.
  220. Mohan O*, Kurian V, Kumar A. Prediction of the frictional behaviour for pipeline hydro transportation of agricultural residue using a neural network model. FES 2020 Digital Research Showcase, Nov 23-27, 2020.
  221. Javed K*, Kurian V, Kumar A. Hydrothermal liquefaction of pipelined biomass for fuel production. FES 2020 Digital Research Showcase, Nov. 23-27, 2020.
  222. Akbari M*, Kumar A. Renewable natural gas (RNG) production through various production processes. FES 2020 Digital Research Showcase, Nov. 23-27, 2020.
  223. Kumar A*. Overview of NSERC Industrial Research Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Presented to Assistant Deputy Ministers - Natural Resources Canada, Nov. 18, 2020 (†; V).
  224. Patrick T*, Davis M, Kumar A. Water-use implications of low-carbon pathways in the oil and gas sector. AWRA 2020 Virtual Conference, Nov. 9-12, 2020.
  225. Kumar A*. Energy and environmental systems research for policy formulation and decision making. The Virtual Symposium Organized by Engage India, Oct. 30, 2020, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB (†; V).
  226. Anaya K*, Oni A, Kumar A. Development of a techno-economic model for the assessment of chemical looping combustion to produce hydrogen. 69th CSChE, Oct. 26-30, 2020, Ottawa, ON (V).
  227. Baritto M*, Oni A, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of vanadium recovery from bitumen spent catalyst. 69th CSChE, Oct. 26-30, 2020, Ottawa, ON (V).
  228. Di Lullo G*, Oni A, Kumar A. Blending blue hydrogen with natural gas for direct consumption: Examining the effect of hydrogen concentration on transportation and well-to-combustion greenhouse gas emissions. 69th CSChE, Oct. 26-30, 2020, Ottawa, ON (V).
  229. Toro I*, Oni AO, Kumar A. Development of a techno-economic model for the assessment of the enhanced solvent extraction incorporating electromagnetic heating technology. 69th CSChE, Oct. 26-30, 2020, Ottawa, ON (V).
  230. Akbari M*, Kumar A. Renewable natural gas (RNG) from various biomass feedstocks for blending in a natural gas pipeline. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Oct. 23, 2020, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†).
  231. Anaya K*, Oni AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of chemical looping combustion to produce hydrogen. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Oct. 23, 2020, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†).
  232. Toro I*, Oni AO, Kumar A. Development of a techno-economic model for assessment of cost of ESEIEH technology. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Oct. 23, 2020, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†).
  233. Gemechu E*, Kumar A. Environmental impacts of hydropower energy: a review. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Oct. 23, 2020, Edmonton, AB, Canada (†).
  234. Di Lullo G*, Oni A, Kumar A. Greenhouse gas emission implications of blending blue hydrogen in natural gas pipelines for large-scale utilization. The Suncor Academic Forum, Oct. 14-16, 2020, Calgary, AB (†; V).
  235. Kukkikatte H*, Gemechu E, Thaker U, Shankar K, Kumar A. Development of life cycle GHG emissions of high-performance mono-crystalline titanium dioxide nanorod based perovskite solar cells. The Suncor Academic Forum, Oct. 14-16, 2020, Calgary, AB (†; V).
  236. Baritto M*, Oni A, Kumar A. Development of techno-economic models for assessment of heavy metal production from by-products produced in bitumen value chain. The Suncor Academic Forum, Oct. 14-16, 2020, Calgary, AB (†; V).
  237. Sebastian R*, Zhang H, Kumar A. Life cycle GHG footprints of MSW-based intermediate for production of renewable liquid fuels and its comparison with conventional utilization pathways. The Suncor Academic Forum, Oct. 14-16, 2020, Calgary, AB (†; V).
  238. Kumar A*. Integration of scale and optimal location for development of commercial scale biorefinery. The Suncor Academic Forum, Oct. 14-16, 2020, Calgary, AB (†; V).
  239. Kukkikatte H*, Gemechu E, Thaker U, Shankar K, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of high-performance mono-crystalline titanium dioxide nanorod based perovskite solar cells. ACLCA 2020 Conference, Sept. 22-24, 2020, Madison, WI.
  240. Rahman Md*, Gemechu E, Oni A, Kumar A. Evaluating the life cycle greenhouse gas emissions and net energy ratio of utility-scale electro-chemical energy storage systems. ACLCA 2020 Conference, Sept. 22-24, 2020, Madison, WI.
  241. Owttrim C*, Davis M, Kumar A. LEAP Canada: Pulp and paper energy and GHG analysis. Canmet Energy – Varennes and Canadian Forest Services, Aug. 31, 2020, Edmonton, AB (V).
  242. Okunlola A*, Di Lullo G*, Davis M, Oni A, Kumar A. Technical potential of hydrogen and GHG emission in its transportation through natural gas pipelines. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Webinar Series, July 30, 2020, Edmonton, AB.
  243. Javed K*, Kurian V, Kumar A. Experimental investigation of agricultural residue biomass-water slurry flows in inclined and vertical pipelines. ASABE 2020, July 12-15, 2020, Omaha, USA (V).
  244. Billal M*, Islam M, Sebastian R, Kumar A. Development of optimal location of biorefinery through integration of GIS and techno-economic models. ASABE 2020, July 12-15, 2020, Omaha, USA (V).
  245. Kumar A*. Large scale hydrogen production from alternative sources: a comprehensive assessment. ASABE 2020, July 12-15, 2020, Omaha, USA (†; V).
  246. Javed K*, Kurian V, Kumar A. Raw biomass slurry flow in an inclined pipeline for its transport over a long distance to a biorefinery. EUBCE 2020, July 6-9. Marseille, France (V).
  247. Islam M*, Sebastian R, Kurian V, Kumar A. An Integrated GIS-based framework for optimal siting of biorefineries. EUBCE 2020, July 6-9. Marseille, France (V).
  248. Akbari M*, Kumar A. Comparative techno-economic assessment of renewable natural gas (RNG) production pathways from various biomass feedstocks. EUBCE 2020, July 6-9, Marseille, France (†; V).
  249. Rahman MM*, Tran TV, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Comparative assessment of energy storage technologies. NSERC Energy Storage Technology Network Virtual Conference, June 2020, Toronto, ON (†).
  250. Patrick T*, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessing present and future water flows in Canada with a focus on the energy supply sectors. Abstract accepted for presentation at CWRA 2020, June 15-18, 2020, Winnipeg, MB (conference cancelled due to COVID-19).
  251. Sebastian R, Patel M, Akbari M, Kumar A. Assessment of renewable jet fuel production potential for Alberta. CIGR 2020, June 14-18, 2020, Quebec City, QC (conference postponed till 2021 due to COVID-19).
  252. Sebastian R, Kumar A. Development of biomass feedstock inventory for Canada. CIGR 2020 June 14-18, 2020, Quebec City, QC (conference postponed till 2021 due to COVID-19).
  253. Owttrim C*, Radpour S*, Davis M, Kumar A. Development of energy efficiency cost curves: pulp & paper and iron & steel sectors. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, May 11, 2020, Edmonton, AB (†; V).
  254. Zhang H, Sebastian RM*, Khan MH, Kumar A. Assessment of life cycle GHG emissions for sustainable municipal solid waste management. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, May 11, 2020, Edmonton, AB (†; V).
  255. Baritto M*, Oni A, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of Vanadium recovery from spent catalysts from the upgrading and refining of bitumen. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, May 11, 2020, Edmonton, AB (†; V).
  256. Owttrim C*, Radpour S*, Davis M, Kumar A. Energy efficiency cost curves for emission-intensive trade-exposed industries. ECCC, March 31, 2020.
  257. Patrick T*, Davis M*, Gemechu E*, Kumar A*. Integrated Assessment of Environmental Footprints of Energy Pathways. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Webinar Series, March 3, 2020, Edmonton, AB.
  258. Gemechu E, Kumar A. Assessment of large scale production of hydrogen. Alberta Department of Energy, North Petroleum Plaza, Edmonton, AB, Feb. 26, 2020 (†).
  259. Kumar A*. Footprints of Energy Scenarios. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Dec. 9, 2019, Edmonton, AB (†).
  260. Oni AO*, Kumar A. The development of a Canadian crude oil blends refining model for the assessment of GHG emissions. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Dec. 9, 2019, Edmonton, AB (†).
  261. Akbari M*, Oyedun AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Life cycle greenhouse gas emissions and cost assessment of bio-coal production and use from various feedstocks. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Dec. 9, 2019, Edmonton, AB ( †).
  262. Mahbub N*, Zhang H, Gemechu E, Oyedun AO, Poganietz WR, Kumar A. Life cycle suitability assessment of biofuels. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, Dec. 9, 2019, Edmonton, AB (†).
  263. Oni AO*, Di Lullo G*, Mahbub N*, Kumar A. Development of FUNNEL model for estimation of life cycle GHG emissions of various transportation fuels. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Webinar Series, Nov. 19, 2019, Edmonton, AB.
  264. Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Development of rigorous refining model simulation models to determine the greenhouse gas emission impact of Canadian crude oil blends in a refinery. 19th AIChE Annual Meeting, Nov. 11-15, 2019, Orlando, FL.
  265. Patrick T*, Gupta A, Davis M, Kumar A. Water-use implications of low carbon pathways in the oil and gas sector. AWRA 2019, Nov. 3-6, 2019, Salt Lake City, UT.
  266. Gemechu E*,Oyedun AO*, Janzen R, Davis M, Kumar A. Development of long-term GHG mitigation options for the Canadian oil sands. SPARK 2019 Conference, Oct. 28-29, 2019, Edmonton, AB.
  267. Barrito M*, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Evaluation of the techno-economic and environmental feasibility of Vanadium, Zirconium and Titanium recovery from Alberta oil sands waste and by-products. 69th CSChE Conference, Oct. 20-23, 2019, Halifax, NS.
  268. Biswas D*, Oni AO, Kumar A. Refining of renewable biomass-based liquids with fossil crude oils for production of transportation fuels. 69th CSChE Conference, Oct. 20-23, 2019, Halifax, NS.
  269. Rahman Md*, Oni A, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Development of techno-economic models for the assessment of electro-chemical energy storage technologies. 69th CSChE Conference, Oct. 20-23, 2019, Halifax, NS.
  270. Di Lullo G*, Gemechu E, Oni AO, Kumar A. Incorporating sensitivity and uncertainty into LCA of transportation fuels from various crude oils. 2019 CRC Life Cycle Analysis of Transportation Fuels Workshop, Argonne National Laboratory, Lemont, IL, Oct. 15-17, 2019. (†)
  271. Morato T*, Vaezi M, Kumar A. A framework for locating biomass collection to improve the location procedure of biomass-based energy conversion facilities. Forum of Revolutions in 21st Century (FOREN21), Rome, Italy, Oct. 7-9, 2019.
  272. Davis M*, Janzen R*,Kumar A. Long-range Energy Alternatives Planning System - Application to Canada. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Webinar Series, Oct. 1, 2019, Edmonton, AB.
  273. Wang R, Cai W, Kumar A, Ma L, Chang S, Nie Y. Current availability assessment of biomass resource in China and Canada and the potential for bilateral biomass trade to develop biomass co-firing in Chinese coal power plants. Tsinghua University – University of Alberta Joint Research Centre for Future Energy and Environment Workshop, Sept. 25, 2019, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
  274. Mehedi TH*, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Life cycle greenhouse gas emissions and energy performance of utility-scale solar energy systems in fossil fuel dominant jurisdictions. LCA XIX Conference, Sept. 24-26, 2019, Tucson, AZ.
  275. Kumar A*. Large-scale hydrogen production from alternative sources for hydrogen economy. NRC Hydrogen 101 Workshop, Aug. 15, 2019, Ottawa, ON (†).
  276. Janzen R*, Davis M, Kumar A. Long-term evaluation of carbon capture and low-carbon energy technologies in the oil sands. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 23, 2019, Edmonton, AB (†).
  277. Davis M*, Gupta A, Moronkeji A, Ahiduzzaman Md, Kumar A. A look into Canada’s future electricity grid greenhouse gas emissions factors. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 23, 2019, Edmonton, AB (†).
  278. Katta AK*, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessment of greenhouse gas reduction options for Canada’s iron, gold, and potash mining sectors. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 23, 2019, Edmonton, AB (†).
  279. Di Lullo G*, Gemechu E, Oni OA, Kumar A. Application of artificial intelligence to estimate life cycle GHG emissions in the production of transportation fuels from bitumen. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 23, 2019, Edmonton, AB (†).
  280. Rahman M*, Kumar A. Development of techno-economic models for the assessment of utility-scale electro-chemical energy storage technologies. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 23, 2019, Edmonton, AB (†).
  281. Barrito M*, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Development of techno-economic and greenhouse gas emissions models for the assessment of valuable metals recovery from the oil sands. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 23, 2019, Edmonton, AB (†).
  282. Sebastian R*, Kumar A. Biomass and waste feedstock inventory for Canada. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 23, 2019, Edmonton, AB (†).
  283. Islam MS*, Sebastian R, Kumar A. Optimal siting of municipal solid waste to energy conversion facilities through a GIS-based framework. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 23, 2019, Edmonton, AB (†).
  284. Bowen M, Oyedun AO, Patel M*, Kumar A. Prospects of renewable natural gas in North America: A review of feedstock availability, conversion technology, economic viability and emissions reduction potential. CSBE/SCGAB AGM and Technical Conference, July 14-17, 2019, Vancouver, BC.
  285. Rahman W*, Patel M, Kurian V, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of introducing intermediate pyrolysis in small community landfills across Alberta. CSBE/SCGAB AGM and Technical Conference, July 14-17, 2019, Vancouver, BC. (2nd place, Oral Presentation Award)
  286. Javed K*, Vaezi M, Kurian V, Kumar A. Comparison of vertical hydro-transport of lignocellulosic biomass with conventional solids. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 7-10, 2019, Boston, MA.
  287. Mahbub N*, Gemechu E, Kumar A. A consequential life cycle assessment of biofuel production on transportation sector. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 7-10, 2019, Boston, MA.
  288. Pankratz S,* Kumar M, Oyedun AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Comparative life cycle assessment of fuel and chemical production from microalgae cultivated in Canadian open raceway pond and photobioreactor. 9th International Conference on Algal BBB, June 17-19, 2019, Boulder, CO.
  289. Mathanker A*, Pudasainee D, Kumar A, Gupta G. Parametric study of hydrothermal treatment of biomass to produce biofuels. 44th International Technical Conference on Clean Energy, June 16-21, 2019, Clearwater, F.
  290. Janzen R*, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessing the potential impact and cost of using low carbon energy technologies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the oil sands. COSIA Summit, June 3-4, 2019, Calgary, AB.
  291. Di Lullo G*, Hoffman D, Zhang H, Gemechu E, Shaw C, Daly C, Kumar A. Reclamation carbon life cycle analysis of a Suncor surface mining operation. COSIA, June 3-4, 2019, Calgary, AB.
  292. Kumar A*. Integration of large-scale biomass supply through pipeline for scale-up of biomass processing. Innovation Challenge 4 (IC4) Advanced Biofuels Workshop: Pathways to Market, May 30-31, 2019, Vancouver, BC (†).
  293. Akbari M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of bio-coal production through wet and dry torrefaction processes of different biomass feedstocks? 27th EUBCE, May 27-30, 2019, Lisbon, Portugal.
  294. Biswas D*, Alizadeh A, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Co-processing of bio-oil and crude oil in a conventional refinery: Cost and bio-carbon content assessments for different pathways. 27th EUBCE, May 27-30, 2019, Lisbon, Portugal.
  295. Rad MR*, Ngaokere K, Hayden D, Kumar A, McDonald A. Techno-economic assessment of coating-based resistive heating systems versus conventional heat tracers. ITSC, May 26-29, 2019, Yokohama, Japan.
  296. Gupta A*, Davis M, Kumar A, Davies E, Integrated assessment of environmental footprints for energy scenarios. 2019 FES Colloquium, May 7, 2019, Edmonton, AB.
  297. Davies E*, Kumar A, Thorlakson L, Marchand J. Assessment of future energy systems. 2019 FES Colloquium, May 7, 2019, Edmonton, AB.
  298. Mathenker A*, Pudasainee D, Gupta R, Kumar A. Hydrothermal treatment of biomass to produce biofuels. 2019 FES Colloquium, May 7, 2019, Edmonton, AB.
  299. Janzen R*, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessing he impacts and costs of using low carbon energy technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the oil sands. 2019 FES Colloquium, May 7, 2019, Edmonton, AB.
  300. Kukkikatte H*, Gemechu E, Kumar A, Shankar K. Life cycle assessment of mono-crystalline TiO2 nanorod array based halide perovskite solar cells. 2019 FES Colloquium, May 7, 2019, Edmonton, AB.
  301. Mehedi T*, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of energy system transitions. 2019 FES Colloquium, May 7, 2019, Edmonton, AB.
  302. Rahman WU*, Patel M, Kumar A. Conversion of biomass and municipal solid waste into renewable jet fuel. 2019 FES Colloquium, May 7, 2019, Edmonton, AB.
  303. Rahman M*, Kumar A. Assessment of environmental and economic footprints of energy storage systems. NESTNet Joint Winter School Themes 2 & 4, May 2-3, 2019, Montreal, QC.
  304. Mehedi TH*, Bradley A, Gemechu E, Bergerson J, Kumar A*. Life cycle assessment of energy systems transition. Joint CFREF Workshop (FES-GRI) Workshop, Mar. 21, 2019, Edmonton, AB (†).
  305. Katta AK*, Davis M, Kumar A. Assessing greenhouse gas mitigation options through energy efficiency improvements in the mining sector. WSED, Feb. 27-Mar. 1, 2019, Wels, Austria.
  306. Akbari M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Life cycle GHG and energy analyses of bio-coal production of various feedstocks. Presented as Electricity production from different biomass feedstocks via wet and dry torrefaction - A comparative energy and life cycle GHG analyses. WSED, Feb. 27-Mar. 1, 2019, Wels, Austria.
  307. Akbari M*, Oyudun AO, Kumar A. A review of the state of the art development in lignin conversion to value-added chemicals and materials. Workshop on Pursuing added value for Alberta biomass, Feb. 20-21, 2019, Edmonton, AB.
  308. Morato T*, Vaezi M, Kumar A. How much biomass is available in Bolivia for electricity generation? Bolivian Engineering and Technology Congress (BETCON), Nov. 22-24, 2018, Cochabamba, Bolivia.
  309. Ibadin EE*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Comparative techno-economic assessment of CO2 capture from flue gas using amine and ammonia separation. 68th CSChE Conference, Oct. 28-31, 2018, Toronto, ON.
  310. Safaei M, Soiket, Oni AO*, Gemechu ED, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of the new bitumen extraction technologies. 68th CSChE Conference, Oct. 28-31, 2018, Toronto, ON.
  311. Alizadeh A*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Co-processing of biomass-derived intermediates in a conventional refinery for the production of transportation fuels. 68th CSChE Conference, Oct. 28-31, 2018, Toronto, ON.
  312. Kurian V*, Weng Y*, Oyedun AO, Islam MS, Cai W, Chang S, Linwei M, Kumar A, Davies E. Assessment of biomass resource in China and Canada and the potential for bilateral biomass trade for co-firing. 2018 Tsinghua University Global Strategic Academic Partnership Symposium, Oct. 17-19, 2018, Shenzhen, China.
  313. Pankratz S*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. The economics of producing biomass in Canada for biofuels via open pond raceways and photo-bioreactors. Algae Biomass Summit, Oct. 14-17, 2018, Woodlands, TX.
  314. Mehedi TH*, Gemechu E, Kumar A, Bradley A, Bergerson J. Life cycle assessment of energy systems transition. FES Open House, Oct. 3, 2018, Edmonton, AB.
  315. Janzen R*, Davis M, Kumar A. How can renewables help in reducing GHG emissions in the oil sands? FES Open House, Oct. 3, 2018, Edmonton, AB.
  316. Javed K*, Mathanker A, Pudasainee D, Kurian V, Mahdi V, Kumar A, Gupta R. Hydrothermal torrefaction of high moisture content biomass. FES Open House, Oct. 3, 2018, Edmonton, AB.
  317. Kukkikatte H*, Gemechu E, Kumar S, Davies E. Assessments of technologies developed under future energy systems. FES Open House, Oct. 3, 2018, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB.
  318. Gupta A*, Davis M, Kumar A, Davies E. Integrated assessment of environmental footprints for energy scenarios. FES Open House, Oct. 3, 2018, Edmonton, AB.
  319. Gemechu E*, Kumar A. How to assess the life cycle sustainability of technologies for future energy system, LCA XVIII Conference, Sept. 25-28, 2018, Fort Collins, CO.
  320. Di Lullo G*, Gemechu E, Oni AO, Kumar A. Developing a practical framework to meet ISO requirements on sensitivity and uncertainty. LCA XVIII Conference, Sept. 25-28, 2018, Fort Collins, CO.
  321. Oyedun AO, Kumar A. What is the greenhouse gas abatement cost for biomass co-firing? 27th International Conference on the Impact of Fuel Quality on Power Production and the Environment, Sept. 24-28, 2018, Lake Louise, AB (†).
  322. Javed K*, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Investigating the mechanics of agricultural residue biomass-water mixtures flows while hydro-transporting in vertical pipes. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 29-Aug. 1, 2018, Detroit, MI.
  323. Javed K*, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of pipeline hydro-transport vs. truck delivery of forest residue biomass to a bio-based energy facility based on experimental measurements. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 29-Aug. 1, 2018, Detroit, MI.
  324. Mahbub N*, Oyedun AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Life cycle sustainability assessment (LCSA) of energy systems - A case study on LCSA of oxymethylene ether (OME) production from forest biomass. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 29-Aug. 1, 2018, Detroit, MI.
  325. Oyedun AO*, Haltenort P, Arnold U, Sauer J, Kumar A. Production of high purity oligomeric oxymethylene ethers as diesel fuels from biomass and natural gas – A techno-economic comparative assessment. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 29-Aug. 1, 2018, Detroit, MI. (P)
  326. Subramanyam V, Katta AK*, Davis M, Dar AF, Mondal MAH, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Assessment of energy demand-based greenhouse gas mitigation options for oil sands mining. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  327. Ali B, Gupta A, Davis M*, Kumar A. Life cycle water footprint of energy sources in Canada: Renewable and non-renewable energy pathways. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  328. Moronkeji A, Davis M*, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. An environmental and economic assessment of greenhouse gas mitigation pathways in the electricity generation sector. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  329. Radpour S, Talaei A*, Davis M, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. The development of energy efficiency cost curves for the energy-intensive trade exposed industries sectors – an analysis of Canada’s iron and steel sector. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  330. Di Lullo G*, Oni AO , Kumar A. Quantifying the life cycle greenhouse gas emissions of various Canadian transportation fuels. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  331. Thaker S, Kapila S, Oni AO*, Kumar A. Development of life cycle cost and GHG, emissions of energy storage technologies. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  332. Safaei M*, Soiket MD, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Life cycle greenhouse gas footprints of the new bitumen extraction technologies. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  333. Nimana B, Rahman MM, Di Lullo G*, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Zhang H, Canter C, Kumar A. Well-to-wheel life cycle assessment of transportation fuels derived from different North American conventional crudes. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  334. Sapkota K, Oni AO*, Kumar A. Techno-economic and life cycle assessments of oil sands products and LNG supply chains from Canada to the Asia-Pacific and western Europe. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (V).
  335. Di Lullo G*, Oni AO, Kumar A. Which crudes have the lowest GHG emissions intensity? A discussion on perspective. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  336. Ullah MA, Vaezi M*, Kumar A. The use of food processing waste to produce energy and fuels. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  337. Oyedun AO*, Kumar A. Hydrogen production from renewable and non-renewable sources in Canada: the development of comparative techno-economics and environmental metrics. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  338. Ibadin EE*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Development of a baseline process model for carbon capture from flue gases from coal and natural gas for an assessment of environmental footprints. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  339. Kumar M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic and life cycle analyses of the production of hydrogen and diluents from algae biomass for oil sands use. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  340. Akbari M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of bio-coal production through dry and wet torrefaction processes. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  341. Patel P*, Kumar A. Development of optimum locations and scales for an integrated multi-feedstock waste-to-value-added facility through GIS modelling. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  342. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Assessment of biomass and waste supply potential in Alberta and Saskatchewan. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  343. Alizadeh A*, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of the blending of biocrude with crude oil for co-processing in a conventional oil refinery. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  344. Patel M*, Kumar A. Comparative life cycle assessments of the production of renewable diesel from woody biomass and agricultural residues. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  345. Mahbub N*, Kumar A. The assessment of life cycle GHG emissions from the use of the co-products from biofuel production. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  346. Oyedun AO*, Kumar A. Assessment of optimal configurations of biomass co-firing with coal and natural gas for power and heat production based on GHG abatement costs. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  347. Oni AO*, Kumar A. Development of life cycle cost and GHG emissions of energy storage technologies. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  348. Gupta A*, Kumar A. Development of an integrated model for the quantitative assessment of natural resource sector water and GHG footprints, NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  349. Talaei A*, Kumar A. GHG mitigation potential through energy efficiency improvement – A case study for Alberta. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  350. Davis M*, Kumar A. Assessment of GHG emissions from future crude oil pipelines through the development of a model of Canada’s energy system. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  351. Di Lullo G*, Kumar A. Quantification of uncertainty in the life cycle GHG emissions of various Canadian transportation fuels, NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates IRC in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering Workshop, July 30, 2018, Ottawa, ON (†).
  352. Akbari M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Comparative techno-economic analyses of bio-coal production through wet and dry torrefaction processes of different biomass feedstocks; presented as Bio-coal production from different biomass feedstock via wet and dry torrefaction – A comparative techno- economic analyses. 2018 ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 29-Aug. 1, 2018, Detroit, MI. (P)
  353. Patel M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Gupta R. Comparative experimental and techno-economic analysis of production cost of renewable diesel from woody biomass and agricultural residue. 15th ISBBB, July 24-27, 2018, Guelph, ON.
  354. Akbari M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Comparative techno-economic analysis of bio-coal production through wet and dry torrefaction processes of different biomass feedstocks. CSBE/SCGAB AGM and Technical conference, July 22-25, 2018, Guelph, ON.
  355. Safaei M*, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Energy and greenhouse gas emissions performances of bitumen extraction: solvent-based electromagnetic heating process. Energy & Sustainability Symposium & Industry Summit, June 21-22, 2018, Windsor, ON.
  356. Davis M*, Kumar A. Development of GHG mitigation potential through energy efficiency improvement in Canada. Energy Summit, May 30-31, 2018, Vaughan, ON.
  357. Kumar M*, Javed K, Oyedun AO, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Can we marry pipeline transportation with hydrothermal processing? 26th EUBCE, May 14-18, 2018, Copenhagen, Denmark.
  358. Alizadeh A*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Development of cost co-processing of bio-oil and crude oil in a conventional refinery. 26th EUBCE, May 14-18, 2018, Copenhagen, Denmark.
  359. Chiappori D*, Davies E, Kumar A. Development and application of GCAM-Canada model for future energy scenario analysis. FES Research Symposium, March 14, 2018, Edmonton, AB (P).
  360. Vaezi M, Javed K*, Pudasainee D, Mathanker A, Kumar A*, Gupta R. Integration of pipeline hydro-transport and hydrothermal conversion technologies to produce biofuels. FES Research Symposium, March 14, 2018, Edmonton, AB (P).
  361. Mehedi TH*, Gemechu E, Kumar A, Bradley A, Bergerson J. Life cycle assessment of energy system transitions: the case of solar energy in Alberta. FES Research Symposium, March 14, 2018, Edmonton, AB (P)
  362. Gemechu E *, Kumar A, Davies E. A framework to assess the sustainability of technologies under future energy system. FES Research Symposium, March 14, 2018, Edmonton, AB (P)
  363. Gupta A*, Davis M, Kumar A, Davies E. Integrated assessment of environmental footprints for energy scenarios. FES Research Symposium, March 14, 2018, Edmonton, AB.
  364. Oyedun AO*, Kurian V, Rahman W, Gill M, Kumar A, Gupta R, Kostiuk L, Hornung A. Biobattery concept: Decentralized production of fuel from forest biomass, agriculture residue and municipal solid waste. FES Research Symposium, March 14, 2018, Edmonton, AB.
  365. Talaei A*, Pier D, Iyer AV, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Long-term energy efficiency improvement and greenhouse gas emissions mitigation in the cement industry: A case study of Canada. WSED, Feb. 28-Mar 2, 2018, Wels, Austria.
  366. Oyedun AO*, Kurian V, Kumar A, Gupta R, Kostiuk L, Hornung A. Decentralized use of forest biomass, agricultural residue, and municipal solid waste through the biobattery concept. SPARK 2017 Conference, Nov. 6-8, Edmonton, AB.
  367. Patel P*, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Assessing the potential to generate heat and electricity in an integrated waste-to-value added facility in Alberta. SPARK 2017 Conference, Nov. 6-8, 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  368. Nimana B, Verma A, Di Lullo G*, Rahman MM, Canter CE, Olateju B, Zhang H, Kumar A. Life cycle analysis of bitumen transportation to refineries by rail and pipeline, SPARK 2017 Conference, Nov. 6-8, 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  369. Pankratz S*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic analysis of algae cultivation. SPARK 2017 Conference Nov. 6-8 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  370. Kumar M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic and life cycle analyses of the production of hydrogen and diluents from algae biomass for oil sands use. SPARK 2017 Conference Nov. 6-8 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  371. Radpour S*, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Market penetration modeling of bitumen extraction technologies into Alberta's oil sands industry. Spark 2017 Conference, Nov. 6-8, 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  372. Talaei A*, Oni A, Roychaudhuri PS, Rutherford J, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s petroleum refining sector. SPARK 2017 Conference, Nov. 6-8, 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  373. Subramanyam V, Dar AF, Katta AK*, Mondal MAH, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. The development of a framework for the assessment of energy demand-based greenhouse gas mitigation options and cost curves for the mining sector. SPARK Conference. Nov. 6-8, 2017, Edmonton, AB (P).
  374. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Large scale pipeline hydrotransport of biomass feedstock to bio-based energy facilities. SPARK 2017 Conference, Nov. 6-8, 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  375. Gupta A*; Agrawal N, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Development of LEAP-WEAP integrated model for assessment of water and GHG footprints for power generation sector. SPARK 2017 conference, Nov 6-8, Edmonton, AB.
  376. Soiket MIH*, Kumar A. Well-to-tank (WTT) energy consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the vapor solvent oil sands extraction process. SPARK 2017 Conference. Nov. 6-8, Edmonton, AB.
  377. Di Lullo G, Oni AO, Kumar A. Developing a framework for natural gas transmission GHG life cycle assessments. 67th CSChE Conference, Oct. 22-25, 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  378. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Measuring agricultural residue and woodchips biomass slurry flows critical velocity in pipelines using high-frequency impedancemetry approach. 67th CSChE Conference, Oct. 22-25, 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  379. Ibadin EE*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic analysis of carbon capture of flue gases from coal and natural gas using amine separation. 67th CSChE Conference, Oct. 22-25, 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  380. Di Lullo G, AO Oni, Kumar A. Which crudes have the lowest GHG emission intensity? A discussion on perspective. 67th CSChE Conference, Oct. 22-25, 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  381. Patel M*, Oyedun A, Kumar A, Doucette J. A techno-economic comparison of centralized and distributed mobile pyrolysis systems for the production of bio-oil from hardwood. CSChE Conference, Oct. 22-25, 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  382. Sapkota K*, Oni OA, Kumar A. Assessment of natural gas supply chains from Canada to Europe. 67th CSChE Conference, Oct. 22-25, 2017, Edmonton, AB.
  383. Di Lullo G*, Oni OA, Zhang H, Kumar A. Quantifying uncertainty in life cycle assessments of transportation fuels. EPA International Emissions Inventory Conference, Aug. 14-18, 2017, Baltimore, MD.
  384. Nogueira E Jr*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Water footprint of diluent and hydrogen production via thermochemical conversion of algae. CSBE/SCGAB AGM and Technical Conference, Aug. 6-10, 2017, Winnipeg, MB.
  385. Morato T*, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Assessing the potential to generate energy from agricultural residue biomass in Bolivia. CSBE/SCGAB AGM and Technical Conference, Aug. 6-10, 2017, Winnipeg, MB.
  386. Patel P*, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Assessing the potential to generate heat and electricity from the wastes produced in Alberta industrial heartlands. CSBE/SCGAB AGM Technical Conference, Aug. 6-10, 2017, Winnipeg, MB.
  387. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Comparative assessment of pipeline hydro-transport of biomass feedstock – an overview of 8 years experimental and techno-economic studies. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 16-19, 2017, Spokane, WA.
  388. Javed K*, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Pipeline hydro transport of wheat straw biomass in vertical pipes. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 16-19, 2017, Spokane, WA.
  389. Oyedun AO*, Kumar A. Techno-economic comparative assessment of production of oxymethylene ethers (OME) from renewable and non-renewable feedstocks. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 16-19, 2017, Spokane, WA.
  390. Akbari M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic analysis of ammonia production from black liquor gasification and co-gasification with pulp and waste sludges. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 16-19, 2017, Spokane, WA.
  391. Akbari M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Comparative techno-economic analysis of bio-coal production through dry and wet torrefaction of biomass feedstocks. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 16-19, 2017, Spokane, WA.
  392. Patel M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Production of renewable diesel from woody biomass and agricultural residue: a techno-economic analysis comparative study. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 16-19, 2017, Spokane, WA.
  393. Kumar M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Techno-economic analysis of the production of hydrogen from hydrothermal gasification of algal biomass. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 16-19, 2017, Spokane, WA.
  394. Mahbub N*, Oyedun AO, Zhang H, Kumar A. Uncertainty in life cycle GHG emissions of biofuels due to coproduct utilization. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 16-19, 2017, Spokane, WA.
  395. Oyedun AO*, Kumar A, Oestreich D, Arnold U. Production of oxymethylene ether (OME) from different lignocellulosic biomass - A comparative techno-economic assessment. Tailor-Made Fuels: From Production to Propulsion, 5th International Conference of the Cluster of Excellence “Tailor-Made Fuels from Biomass,” June 20-22, 21017, Aachen, Germany.
  396. Pankratz S*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Development of analytical model to predict microalgae growth in open pond raceway systems based on local solar irradiance. 7th International Conference on Algal Biomass, Biofuels and Bioproducts, June 18-21, 2017, Miami, FL
  397. Kumar A*. Bioenergy and Biofuels, Joint Workshop. Tsinghua University-University of Alberta, Energy and Environment, March 24 2017, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China (†).
  398. Kumar A*. Energy Systems, Joint Workshop. Tsinghua University-University of Alberta, Energy and Environment, March 24 2017, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China (†).
  399. Di Lullo G*, Kumar A. A comparative assessment of uncertainties in the life cycle greenhouse gas emissions of transportation fuels. COSIA Oil Sands Summit 2017, Mar 21-22, 2017, Calgary, AB.
  400. Thaker S*, Kumar A. Assessment of cost of electricity with a thermal storage system. NSERC Energy Storage Technology (NEST) Network Conference, Feb. 27, 2017, Waterloo, ON.
  401. Kapila S*, Kumar A. Development of techno-economic models for assessment of large scale storage systems. NSERC Energy Storage Technology (NEST) Network Conference, Feb. 27, 2017, Waterloo, ON.
  402. Kumar A*. Energy systems approach to biomass pathways. Joint Workshop, University of Alberta-RWTH Aachen University, Biofuels & Biomedical Engineering & Smart Grids, Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule, Aachen University, Feb. 14, 2017, Aachen, Germany (†).
  403. Moronkeji A*,Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Assessment of GHG mitigation options in an electricity generation mix. Energy, Utility & Environment Conference, Feb. 8-10, 2017, San Diego, CA.
  404. Davis M, Ahiduzzaman M*, Kumar A. Mapping energy flow from primary fuel to end use. 7th BSME International Conference on Thermal Engineering, Dec. 22-24, 2016, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
  405. Ahiduzzaman M*, Kumar A. GHG emission reduction and health co-benefits from the transportation sector. 7th BSME International Conference on Thermal Engineering, Dec. 22-24, 2016, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
  406. Vaezi M*, Ullah MA, Kumar A. Sustainability of the biogas industry in Alberta - A techno-economic assessment. Biogas White Paper Workshop, Dec. 13, 2016, Airdrie, Alberta.
  407. Kumar A, Scherer S. Overview of energy system research with a focus on bioenergy. Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule, Aachen University, Nov. 20, 2016, Aachen, Germany.
  408. Agrawal N*, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Development of WEAP model for assessment of water efficient technologies in power generation sector. AWRA Conference, Nov. 13-17, 2016, Orlando, FL.
  409. Kumar A*. Overview of energy system research with a focus on bioenergy. Tailor-Made Fuels from Biomass Seminar, Nov. 10, 2016, Aachen University, Aachen, Germany (†).
  410. Oyedun AO, Kumar A*. Biohydrogen from Alberta’s biomass resources for bitumen upgrading. BioCleanTech Forum, Nov. 1-3, 2016, Ottawa, ON (†).
  411. Zhang H*, Khan MM, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of municipal solid waste utilization pathways. ASEM International Annual Conference, Oct. 26-29, 2016, Concord, North Carolina.
  412. Pankratz S*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Modeling algae in a Canadian context – ponds and photobioreactors. ABO - Algae Biomass Organization Summit, Oct 23-26, 2016, Phoenix, AZ.
  413. Oni AO*, Kumar A. Development of a bitumen upgrading and refining model for estimation of energy consumptions and GHG emissions. 66th CSChE Conference, Oct. 16-19, 2016, Quebec City, QC.
  414. Di Lullo G*, Zhang H, Kumar A. Uncertainty in life cycle assessments of well-to-wheel greenhouse gas emissions of transportation fuels derived from North American crudes. 66th CSChE Conference, Oct. 16-19, 2016, Quebec City, QC.
  415. Sapkota K*, Oni AO, Kumar A. Comparative analysis of the extraction, transportation, upgrading and shipping of Canadian oil sands products from the production site to the Asia-Pacific region: a techno-economic assessment. 66th CSChE Conference, Oct. 16-19, 2016, Quebec City, QC.
  416. Soiket MIH*, Zhang H, Oni A, Kumar A. Energy consumption greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the new oil sands extraction process: N-solv. 66th CSChE Conference, Oct. 16-19, 2016, Quebec City, QC.
  417. Mahbub N*, Zhang H, Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Poganietz WR. Life cycle sustainability assessment (LCSA): A comparison of oxymethylene ether (OME) pathway from two different types of forest biomass. 66th CSChE Conference, Oct. 16-19, 2016, Quebec City, QC.
  418. Mahbub N*, Oyedun AO, Zhang H, Kumar A, Poganietz WR. Life cycle sustainability assessment (LCSA) of oxymethylene ether as a diesel additive produced from forest biomass. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 17-20, 2016, Orlando, FL.
  419. Patel M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A, Gupta R. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and pyrolysis kinetic study of aspen and pine hardwood. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 17-20, 2016, Orlando, FL.
  420. Oyedun AO*, Kumar A, Oestreich D, Arnold U, Sauer J. Comparative assessment of techno-economic analysis and EROI analysis of production of oxymethylene ethers (OME) from different biomass. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 17-20, 2016, Orlando, FL.
  421. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of pipeline hydro-transport vs. truck delivery of forest and agricultural residue biomass to a bio-based energy facility based on experimental measurements. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 17-20, 2016, Orlando, FL.
  422. Javed K*, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Pipeline hydrotransport of wheat straw biomass in vertical and inclined pipes. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 17-20, 2016, Orlando, FL.
  423. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. An experimental study on pipeline hydro-transport of forest harvesting residues woodchips to a biomass conversion facility. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 17-20, 2016, Orlando, FL.
  424. Patel M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Techno economic analysis of bio-oil production from poplar hardwood for renewable diesel in Western Canada. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 17-20, 2016, Orlando, FL.
  425. Kumar M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Hydrothermal liquefaction of biomass to biofuels: A techno-economic analysis. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 17-20, 2016, Orlando, FL.
  426. Kumar A*, Scherer S. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from waste. Waste to Value-Added Products Workshop: Thermal Conversion Technologies for Small Communities, Alberta Innovates - Energy and Environment Solutions, July 13, 2016, Edmonton, AB (†).
  427. Ullah M*, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Conversion of food processing waste to energy and fuels. CSBE/SCGAB AGM and Technical Conference, July 3-6, 2016, Halifax, NS.
  428. Akbari M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar, A. Production of synthetic natural gas (SNG) from pulping black liquor: a techno-economic analysis. CSBE/SCGAB AGM and Technical Conference, July 3-6, 2016, Halifax, NS.
  429. Kumar A*. Development of life cycle net energy ratio of ES technologies. NSERC Energy Storage Technology Network conference, June 2016, Toronto, ON (†).
  430. Patel M*, Kumar A. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and pyrolysis kinetic study of corn stover and wheat straw. Faculty of Engineering Graduate Research Symposium, June 22-23, 2016, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB.
  431. Sapkota K*, Oni AO, Kumar A. Comparative analysis of the extraction, transportation, upgrading and shipping of Canadian oil sands products to Asia-Pacific region: a techno-economic assessment. Faculty of Engineering Graduate Research Symposium, June 22-23, 2016, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB.
  432. Olateju B, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment and cost of pipeline vs rail transport of bitumen. Biennial Joint Canadian Crude Quality Technical Association (CCQTA) - Crude Oil Quality Association (COQA) meeting, June 7-10, 2016, Edmonton, AB (†).
  433. Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A*, Spence JC. Assessment of impacts of increased physical activity on greenhouse gas emissions in the transport sector. ISBNPA 2016 Symposia, June 8-11, 2016, Cape Town, South Africa.
  434. Radpour S*, Mondal MAM, Kumar A. Development of market penetration for high energy efficiency technologies in Alberta’s residential sector. 18th ICSREE, May 16-17, 2016, Montreal, QC.
  435. Radpour S*, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Development of a framework for assessment of market penetration of oil sands energy technologies in the mining sector. 18th ICSREE, May 16-17, 2016, Montreal, QC.
  436. Talaei A*, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Assessment of greenhouse gas mitigation potential in Alberta’s chemical industry. 18th ICSREE, May 16-17, 2016, Montreal, QC.
  437. Lotfizadeh H*, McDonald A, Kumar A. Technical analysis of combined solar water heating systems for cold climate regions. 18th ICSREE, May 16-17, 2016, Montreal, QC.
  438. Davis MB*, Kumar A. Development of a comprehensive energy model for Canada. 18th ICSREE, May 16-17, 2016, Montreal, QC.
  439. Talaei A*, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Energy efficiency measures in Canada’s iron and steel industry. 18th ICSREE, May 16-17, 2016, Montreal, QC.
  440. Dar A*, Agrawal N, Kumar A. Development of water-energy nexus models for future expansion in Alberta’s petroleum sector. COSIA Water Conference 2016, March 22-23, 2016, Calgary, AB.
  441. Kumar A*. Energy and environmental systems modelling for Canada’s energy sector. NRCan-OEE, April 6, 2016, Ottawa, ON (†).
  442. Kumar A*. Energy systems modelling using the LEAP model for Canada’s energy sector. The Economic Analysis Directorate, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), April 7, 2016, Gatineau, QC (†).
  443. Kumar A*. Energy systems modelling – life cycle assessment. The Energy and Transportation Directorate, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), April 7, 2016, Gatineau, QC (†).
  444. Kumar A*. Biobattery – decentralized production of fuel from waste. Fraunhofer-UAlberta Collaborative Workshop, Shaw Conference Centre, Nov. 24, 2015, Edmonton, AB (†).
  445. Vaezi M*, Kabir R, Ankur A, Kumar A. Monitoring moisture and inorganic contents of forest harvest residues for energy production purposes. 2015 BCN-AI Bio Conference: Bioindustrial Innovations: Unlocking Value and Tackling Climate Change, Nov. 22-25, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  446. Ghatora S*, Kumar M, Vaezi M, Kumar A, Bressler D. Monitoring sugar release during pipeline hydro-transport of wheat straw. 2015 BCN-AI Bio Conference: Bioindustrial Innovations: Unlocking Value and Tackling Climate Change, Nov. 22-25, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  447. Akbari M*, Jain S, Kumar A. Opportunities for integration of forest by-products with conventional industry. 2015 BCN-AI Bio Conference: Bioindustrial Innovations: Unlocking Value and Tackling Climate Change, Nov. 22-25, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  448. Seif A*, Lipsett MG, Kumar A. Assessment of reliability and energy intensity development for oil sands haul truck of surface mining in Alberta. ASQ Quality Conference, Nov. 6, 2015, Calgary, AB.
  449. DiLullo G*, Nimana BS, Kumar A. Uncertainty analysis of Alberta's unconventional oil life cycle GHG emissions. 65th CSChE Conference, Oct. 4-7, 2015, Calgary, AB.
  450. Mahbub N*, Kumar A. Impact of biofuel coproduct utilization on life cycle GHG emissions. 65th CSChE Conference, Oct. 4-7, 2015, Calgary, AB.
  451. DiLullo G*, Rahman, MM, Kumar A. Uncertainty analysis of North American conventional oil life cycle GHG emissions. 65th CSChE Conference, Oct. 4-7, 2015, Calgary, AB.
  452. Mahbub N*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of OME (oxymethylene ether) synthesis from forest biomass as a diesel blend. 65th CSChE Conference, Oct. 4-7, 2015, Calgary, AB.
  453. Beugin D*, Kumar A*, Story-Bishoff J*. Economy-wide carbon policy, Economy-wide approaches for GHG reduction – Technical engagement session. Alberta’s Climate Leadership Discussions, Oct. 6, 2015, Calgary, AB (†).
  454. Raj R*, Ghanderhariun S, Kumar A, Suman R, Tiwari M. Review of hydro-thermal processing technologies techno-economic assessment of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) production in Canada. 65th CSChE Conference, Oct. 4-7, 2015, Calgary, AB.
  455. Raj R*, Ghanderhariun S, Kumar A. Cost of shipping LNG to Asia-Pacific from Port of Kitimat, Canada by LNG carriers. 65th CSChE Conference, Oct. 4-7, 2015, Calgary, AB.
  456. Seif A*, Lipsett MG, Kumar A. Reliability and energy intensity development of critical sub-system equipment for oil sands mining. Accelerated Stress Testing and Reliability (ASTR) Conference, Sept. 9-11 2015, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA.
  457. Kumar A, Poganietz W-R, Arnold U. Energy system analysis. HAI International Research Partnership Symposium – Embassy of Canada, Sept. 9, 2015, Berlin, Germany (†).
  458. Talaei A*, Akbari M, Shafique HU, Kumar A. Bioenergy development in Alberta: Opportunities and challenges. 2nd ICSET, Aug. 17-18, 2015, Toronto, ON.
  459. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Comparison of experimental results of pipeline hydro-transport of agricultural residue and wood chips biomass. 5th International Conference on Biorefinery – towards Bioenergy, Aug. 10-12, 2015, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC.
  460. Oyedun AO*, Zhang X, Kumar A. Production of oxymethylene ethers from forest and agricultural biomass: A techno-economic comparative analysis. 5th International Conference on Biorefinery – towards Bioenergy, Aug. 10-12, 2015, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC.
  461. Akbari M*, Jain S, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of biofuel production from different conversion pathways. 5th International Conference on Biorefinery – towards Bioenergy, Aug. 10-12, 2015, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC.
  462. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of pipeline hydro-transport of agricultural residue biomass based on experimental measurements. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 26-29, 2015, New Orleans, Louisiana.
  463. Patel M*, Zhang X, Kumar, A. A review of economics and environmental footprints of lignocellulosic biomass thermochemical conversion technologies. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 26-29, 2015, New Orleans, LA.
  464. Kumar M*, Oyedun AO, Kumar, A. Hydrothermal liquefaction of pipeline-transported biomass feedstock. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 26-29, 2015, New Orleans, Louisiana.
  465. Patel M*, Kumar A. Techno-economic comparison of a centralized and distributed mobile pyrolysis system for conversion of hardwood. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 26-29, 2015, New Orleans, LA.
  466. Kumar M*, Vaezi M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Hydrothermal liquefaction of pipeline-transported biomass feedstock. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 26-29, 2015, New Orleans, LA.
  467. Shahrukh SMH*, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Development of process model for assessment of steam treatment of biomass for pellet production. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 26-29, 2015, New Orleans, LA.
  468. Vaezi M*, Nimana BS, Kumar A. Pipeline hydrotransport of agricultural residue and woodchips biomass: a comparative study. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 26-29, 2015, New Orleans, LA.
  469. Agbor E, Zhang X, Oyedun AO*, Kumar A. Comparative assessment of co-firing biomass with coal and natural gas in Western Canada. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 26-29, 2015, New Orleans, LA.
  470. Ghatora S, Kumar M, Vaezi M, Kumar A, Bressler D. Monitoring sugar release during pipeline hydro-transport of wheat straw. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 26-29, 2015, New Orleans, LA.
  471. Khan MM*, Kumar A. Assessment of municipal solid waste (MSW) utilization for the Town of St. Paul. July 17, 2015, St. Paul, AB, (†).
  472. Agbor E*, Oyedun AO, Zhang X, Kumar A. Comparative analysis of co-firing biomass with coal and natural gas in Western Canada. CSBE/SCGAB Technical Conference and AGM, Innovation in Water, Energy and Biosystems (iWEB) Positioning the Globe for 2050, July 5-8, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  473. Kumar M*, Vaezi M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Review of hydro-thermal processing technologies. CSBE/SCGAB Technical Conference and AGM, Innovation in Water, Energy and Biosystems (iWEB) Positioning the Globe for 2050, July 5-8, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  474. Akbari M*, Jain S, Kumar A. Opportunities for integration of forest by-products with conventional industry. CSBE/SCGAB Technical Conference and AGM, Innovation in Water, Energy and Biosystems (iWEB) Positioning the Globe for 2050, July 5-8, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  475. Pankratz S*, Oyedun A, Zhang X, Kumar A. Algae production platforms for Canada’s northern climate. CSBE/SCGAB Technical Conference and AGM, Innovation in Water, Energy and Biosystems (iWEB) Positioning the Globe for 2050, July 5-8, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  476. Khan M*, Jain S, Kumar A. Development of decision making model for utilization of municipal solid waste. CSBE/SCGAB Technical Conference and AGM, Innovation in Water, Energy and Biosystems (iWEB) Positioning the Globe for 2050, July 5-8, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  477. Ullah, MA*, Jain S, Kumar A. Assessment of potential of waste from food processing industry in Alberta. CSBE/SCGAB Technical Conference and AGM, Innovation in Water, Energy and Biosystems (iWEB) Positioning the Globe for 2050, July 5-8, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  478. Akbari M*, Jain S, Kumar A. Black liquor gasification based integration of Kraft pulp mill of Alberta. CSBE/SCGAB Technical Conference and AGM, Innovation in Water, Energy and Biosystems (iWEB) Positioning the Globe for 2050, July 5-8, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  479. Kumar M*, Vaezi M, Oyedun AO, Kumar A. Review of hydro-thermal processing technologies. CSBE/SCGAB Technical Conference and AGM, Innovation in Water, Energy and Biosystems (iWEB) Positioning the Globe for 2050, July 5-8, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  480. Jain S, Khan M, Ullah MA*, Kumar A. Assessment of biomass resource potential in Alberta and Saskatchewan. CSBE/SCGAB Technical Conference and AGM, Innovation in Water, Energy and Biosystems (iWEB) Positioning the Globe for 2050, July 5-8, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  481. Oyedun AO*, Zhang X, Kumar A, Oestreich D, Arnold U. Biomass-derived oxymethylene ethers as diesel additives: A techno-economic assessment. CSBE/SCGAB Technical Conference and AGM, Innovation in Water, Energy and Biosystems (iWEB) Positioning the Globe for 2050, July 5-8, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  482. Patel M*, Kumar A. Review on production of hydrogenation-derived renewable diesel from bio-oil. CSBE/SCGAB Technical Conference and AGM, Innovation in Water, Energy and Biosystems (iWEB) Positioning the Globe for 2050, July 5-8, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  483. Zhang X*, Kumar A, Arnold U, Sauer J. Biomass-derived oxymethylene ethers as diesel additives: A thermodynamic analysis. Energy Procedia, International Conference on Applied Energy, ICAE2014, 2014, 61: 1921–1924.
  484. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Investigation of pipeline hydrotransport of agricultural residue biomass for production of fuels and chemicals. CSBE/SCGAB Technical Conference and AGM, Innovation in Water, Energy and Biosystems (iWEB) Positioning the Globe for 2050, July 5-8, 2015, Edmonton, AB.
  485. Talaei A, Mondal MAH, Kumar A. Canadian energy system model: detailed analysis of current status. 4th CCTC, May 25-27, 2015, Montreal, QC.
  486. Talaei A, Mondal MAH, Kumar A. Energy efficiency measures in Canada’s iron and steel industry. 4th CCTC, May 25-27, 2015, Montreal, QC.
  487. Dar A, Mondal MAH, Kumar A. The development of a water-energy nexus model for the power and petroleum sectors. 4th CCTC, 25-27, 2015, Montreal, QC.
  488. Radpour S, Subramanyam V, Mondal MAH, Kumar A. The identification of energy efficient technologies to mitigate GHG emissions in Alberta’s mining sector. 4th CCTC, May 25-27, 2015, Montreal, QC.
  489. Shafique HU, Mondal MAH, Kumar A, The development of tools for the assessment of GHG mitigation options for Alberta’s pulp and paper sector. 4th CCTC, May 25-27, 2015, Montreal, QC.
  490. Radpour S, Subramanyam V, Mondal MAH, Kumar A. Investigation of GHG mitigation opportunities in Alberta’s residential sector. 4th CCTC, May 25-27, 2015, Montreal, QC.
  491. Talaei A, Subramanyam V, Kumar A. The development of a LEAP model to assess GHG mitigation scenarios in Alberta’s transportation sector. 4th CCTC, May 25-27, 2015, Montreal, QC.
  492. Kumar A*. Overview of Research Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. WUN Workshop on Health Promoting Responses to Climate Change, Auckland, New Zealand, April 20-22, 2015. (†)
  493. Kumar A*. Overview of Research Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. MEG Energy, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, March 15, 2015 (†).
  494. Kumar A*. Overview of NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Industrial Research Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. COSIA Lunch and Learn Session, Calgary, AB, Jan. 22, 2015 (†).
  495. Canter CE*, Kumar, A. Impact of fugitive emissions on the greenhouse gas emissions of conventional crudes. AIChE Annual Meeting, Nov. 16-21, 2014, Atlanta.
  496. Nimana BS*, Canter CE, Kumar, A. Well to wheel life cycle assessment of greenhouse gas emissions of transportation fuels from Canadian oil sands. AIChE Annual Meeting, Nov. 16-21, 2014, Atlanta.
  497. Rahman MM*, Kumar A. A life-cycle assessment of greenhouse gas emissions for transportation fuels from North American conventional crudes. AIChE Annual Meeting, Nov. 16-21, 2014, Atlanta.
  498. Ali B*, Kumar, A. Comparative assessment for water demand for coal and natural gas abased power generation pathways. AWRA Annual Conference, Nov. 3-6, 2014, Tysons Corner, VA.
  499. Dar A*, Kumar A. Development of energy-water nexus model for assessment of water demand and supply for oil sands sector. AWRA Annual Conference, Nov. 3-6, 2014, Tysons Corner, VA.
  500. Talaei A*, Subramanyam V, Kumar A. Development of LEAP model for assessment of GHG mitigation scenarios in Alberta’s transportation sector. International Conference on Transportation Innovation – Connectivity Driving Future Transportation, Oct. 21-22, 2014, Edmonton, AB.
  501. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Pipeline hydro-transport of agricultural residue biomass. BCN Conference, Oct. 21-23, 2014, Banff, AB.
  502. Jain S*, Akbari M, Kumar A. Opportunities for integration of forest by-products with conventional industry. BCN conference, Oct. 21-23, 2014, Banff, AB.
  503. Mahbub N*, Kumar A. Co-product use of ethanol produced from wheat grain in Alberta. 64th CSChE Conference, Oct. 19-22, 2014, Niagara Falls, ON.
  504. Rahman MM, Kumar A. Comparative analysis of well-to-wheel greenhouse gas emissions for transportation fuels reported by different life-cycle assessment studies. 64th CSChE Conference, Oct. 19-22, 2014, Niagara Falls, ON.
  505. Nimana BS*, Kumar A. Estimation of specific energy consumption and GHG emissions in oil sands upgrading operations through the development of data-intensive process simulation models. 64th CSChE Conference, Oct. 19-22, 2014, Niagara Falls, ON.
  506. Ghandehariun S*, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of hydrogen production using wind energy. 64th CSChE Conference, Oct. 19-22, 2014, Niagara Falls, ON.
  507. Wong A*, Kumar A. Life-cycle assessment of renewable diesel production from lignocellulosic biomass. 64th CSChE Conference, Oct. 19-22, 2014, Niagara Falls, ON.
  508. Mohajerani S*, Ghandehariun S, Kumar A. Economic analysis of gas to liquid and coal to liquid processes. International Pittsburgh Coal Conference, Oct. 6-9, 2014, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
  509. Verma A*, Kumar A, Gupta R. Greenhouse gas mitigation from underground coal gasification (UCG)-based hydrogen with carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) in bitumen upgrading from the oil sands. International Pittsburgh Coal Conference, Oct. 6-9, 2014, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
  510. Kumar A*. Development of large scale biorefinery through pipeline hydraulic transportation of biomass. Biological Solutions Forum organized by AI-Bio and CCEMC, Oct. 1-2, 2014, Edmonton, AB (†).
  511. Patel M*, Wong A, Kumar A. Techno-economic and life cycle assessment of renewable diesel production from lignocellulosic biomass in western Canada. Biological Solutions Forum organized by AI-Bio and CCEMC, Oct. 1-2, 2014, Edmonton, AB.
  512. Shafique HU*, Mondal MAH, Kumar A. The development of tools for the assessment of greenhouse gas mitigation options for Alberta’s pulp and paper sector. Biological Solutions Forum organized by AI-Bio and CCEMC, Oct. 1-2, 2014, Edmonton, AB.
  513. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Pipeline hydro-transport of agricultural reside biomass to a biorefinery. Biological Solutions Forum organized by AI-Bio and CCEMC, Oct. 1-2, 2014, Edmonton, AB.
  514. Pankratz S*, Zhang X, Kumar A. A review of algae production and harvesting technologies for Canada. Algae Biomass Summit, Sept. 29-Oct. 2, 2014, San Diego, California, USA.
  515. Zhang X*, Kumar A, Oestreich D, Arnold U, Sauer J. Thermodynamic study on synthesis of biomass into oxymethylene ethers as diesel additives. 4th Helmholtz-Alberta Initiative Energy and Environment Science Forum, Sept. 29-30, 2014, Edmonton, AB.
  516. Mahbub N*, Zhang X, Kumar A. A life cycle assessment of oxymethylene ethers (OME) synthesis from biomass-derived syngas as a diesel additive. 4th Helmholtz-Alberta Initiative Energy and Environment Science Forum, Sept. 29-30, 2014, Edmonton, AB.
  517. Ghandehariun S*, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of hydrogen production from wind energy. 4th Helmholtz-Alberta Initiative Energy and Environment Science Forum, Sept. 29-30, 2014, Edmonton, AB.
  518. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. An experimental study on pipeline hydro-transport of agricultural residue to a biorefinery. 19th International Conference on Hydrotransport, Sept. 24-26, 2014, Golden, CO.
  519. Agbor E*, Kumar A. A techno-economic assessment of biomass co-firing in Western Canada. ASABE and CSBE | SCGAB Annual International Meeting, July 13-16, 2014, Montreal, QC.
  520. Patel M*, Kumar A. A techno-economic analysis of bio oil production from woody biomass for renewable diesel production in western Canada. ASABE and CSBE | SCGAB Annual International Meeting, July 13-16, 2014, Montreal, QC.
  521. Zhang X*, Kumar A. Energy and exergy analysis on biomass-derived oxymethylene ethers as diesel additives. ASABE and CSBE | SCGAB Annual International Meeting, July 13-16, 2014, Montreal, QC.
  522. Shahrukh SMH*, Kumar, A. Development of process model for assessment of steam treatment of biomass for pellet production. ASABE and CSBE | SCGAB Annual International Meeting, July 13-16, 2014, Montreal, QC.
  523. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. The development of pressure drop correlations for the flow of agricultural waste biomass slurries in pipes. ASABE and CSBE | SCGAB Annual International Meeting, July 13-16, 2014, Montreal, QC.
  524. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Pipeline hydro-transport of agricultural waste biomass: Lessons learned from a 5-year experimental study. ASABE and CSBE | SCGAB Annual International Meeting, July 13-16, 2014, Montreal, QC.
  525. Kumar A.* Energy and environmental systems modeling for making better energy choices. 1st International Symposium on Energy Challenges and Mechanics, July 8-10, 2014, Aberdeen, Scotland (†).
  526. Kumar A*. Overview of NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Industrial Research Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Office of Energy Efficiency – Natural Resources Canada and Alberta Innovates Energy and Environment Solutions, June 19, 2014, Edmonton, AB (†).
  527. Zhang X*, Kumar A, Arnold U, Sauer J. Biomass-derived oxymethylene ethers (OMEs) as diesel additives: A thermodynamic analysis. 6th International Conference on Applied Energy, May 30-June 2, 2014, Taipei, Taiwan.
  528. Kumar A*. Techno-economic assessment and process modeling of superheated steam processed lignocellulosic biomass for pellet production. BioFuelNet Canada’s Advanced Biofuels Symposium, May 27-29, 2014, Ottawa, ON (†).
  529. Kumar A*. Development of integrated economic and environmental metrics for assessment of energy pathways. Technology-Information-Policy Committee - Government of Alberta Meeting, AI-EES, April 11, 2014, Edmonton, AB (†).
  530. Khan MM*, Kumar A. Optimal siting of solid waste-to-energy facilities using GIS-based assessment. 29th International Conference on Solid Waste Technology and Management, March 30-April 2, 2014, Philadelphia, PA.
  531. Kumar A*. Overview of NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Industrial Research Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. WestJet Airlines, Feb. 7, 2014, Calgary, AB (†).
  532. Kumar A*. Overview of NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Industrial Research Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Capital Power Corporation, Jan.15, 2014, Edmonton, AB (†).
  533. Canter CE*, Kumar A. Fugitive emissions from conventional oil wells. AI-EES, Nov. 12, 2013, Edmonton, AB (†).
  534. Kumar, A*. Innovative industry and academic partnerships: explore value-added solutions. BCN Conference, Nov. 5-7, 2013, Banff, AB (†).
  535. Kumar, A*. Opportunities for integration of forest by-products with conventional industry. BCN Conference, Nov. 5-7, 2013, Banff, AB.
  536. Ghatora S*, Vaezi M, Kumar A, Bressler D. Sugar-release during pipeline hydro-transportation of agricultural biomass. BCN Conference, Nov. 5-7, 2013, Banff, AB.
  537. Vaezi M*, Kabir R, Ankur A, Kumar A. Monitoring moisture and inorganic contents of forest harvest residues for energy production purposes. BCN Conference, Nov. 5-7, 2013, Banff, AB.
  538. Ali B*, Kumar A. Development of life cycle water footprint for power generation from geothermal and solar energy. AWRA Conference, Nov. 4-6, 2013, Portland, OR, USA.
  539. Dar A*, Kumar A. Development of water flow Sankey diagram through modeling of water demand and supply. AWRA Conference, Nov. 4-6, 2013, Portland, OR, USA.
  540. Ali B*, Kumar A. Development of life cycle water footprint for oil production pathways. AWRA Conference, Nov. 4-6, 2013, Portland, OR, USA.
  541. Kumar, A*. Development of integrated energy and environmental planning model. COSIA Workshop, Oct. 30, 2013, Edmonton, AB (†).
  542. Dar A*, Kumar A. Development of water demand and supply model for future expansion in industrial sector. COSIA Workshop, Oct. 30, 2013, Edmonton, AB.
  543. Ali, B*, Kumar, A. Development of forecasting model for water demand of oil sands in Alberta COSIA Workshop, Oct. 30, 2013, Edmonton, AB.
  544. Nimana BS*, Kumar A. Comparative analysis of methodologies and assumptions in life cycle assessment models for oil sands. 63rd CSChE Conference, Oct. 20-23, 2013, Fredericton, NB.
  545. Verma A*, Olateju B, Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of hydrogen production from underground coal gasification. 63rd CSChE Conference, Oct. 20-23, 2013, Fredericton, NB.
  546. Rahman MM*, Canter CE, Kumar A. Comparison of fugitive emissions in production and utilization of various North American conventional crude oils. 63rd CSChE Conference, Oct. 20-23, 2013, Fredericton, NB.
  547. Bonyad, M, A*. Development of a modeling framework for assessment of GHG mitigation options in agricultural and forestry sectors. Biological Solutions Forum, Oct. 9-10, 2013, Calgary, AB (†)
  548. Bonyad, M, Paramashivan, D*, Kumar, A. Energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s agriculture sector. Biological Solutions Forum, Oct. 9-10, 2013, Calgary, AB.
  549. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Biomass delivery cost through pipeline based on experimental measurement. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 21-24, 2013, Kansas City, Missouri, USA.
  550. Patel M*, Kumar A. Hydrogenation-derived renewable diesel production from bio-oil: A review. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 21-24, 2013, Kansas City, Missouri, USA.
  551. Thakkar J*, Kumar A, Ghatora S. Techno-economic assessment of charcoal production for carbon sequestration. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 21-24, 2013, Kansas City, Missouri, USA.
  552. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Pipeline hydro-transportation of agricultural biomass: an experimental study. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 21-24, 2013, Kansas City, Missouri, USA.
  553. Thakkar J*, Kumar A, Ghatora S. Net energy ratio of charcoal production from agricultural biomass. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 21-24, 2013, Kansas City, Missouri, USA.
  554. Agbor E*, Kumar A. Biomass co-firing with coal: A review. CSBE/SCGAB AGM and Technical Conference, July 7 -10, 2013, Saskatoon, SK.
  555. Vaezi M*, Ghatora S, Kumar A. Monitoring of moisture and inorganic contents of forest harvest residues in Alberta’s boreal forest for production of fuels and chemicals. CSBE/SCGAB AGM and Technical Conference, July 7 -10, 2013, Saskatoon, SK.
  556. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Pipeline hydro-transportation of agricultural biomass: an experimental study. CSBE/SCGAB AGM and Technical Conference, July 7 -10, 2013, Saskatoon, SK.
  557. Ali B*, Kumar A. Life cycle water consumption from gas-fired power generation. CMOS-CGU-CWRA Congress, May 26-30, 2013, Saskatoon, SK.
  558. Kumar A*. Techno-economic assessment and process modeling of superheated steam processed lignocellulosic biomass for pellet production. BioFuelNet AGM – SEES Workshop, July 17, 2013, Ottawa, ON (†).
  559. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of pipeline hydro-transportation of agricultural biomass based on experimental research. 35rd SBFC, April 29-May 2, 2013, Portland, OR.
  560. Kumar A*. Biomass logistics. Alberta Biomaterials Development Centre Workshop – Biomass: Securing a sustainable supply, March 5, 2013, Edmonton, AB. (†)
  561. Kumar A*. Energy supply chains. Alberta-Tsinghua University Workshop, Feb. 18-19, 2013, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China (†).
  562. Kumar A*. The importance of energy and environmental systems modeling in Alberta. AI-EES Technology Talks, Nov. 6, 2012, Calgary, AB. (†)
  563. Rudra S*, Rosendahl L, Kumar A. Development of net energy ratio for quad-generation pathways. Proceedings of the 2nd Alberta Graduate Conference. University of Alberta Press. 2012.
  564. Olateju B*, Kumar A. Life cycle energy intensity modeling of carbon capture and sequestration systems. 62nd CSChE Conference, Oct. 14-17, 2012, Vancouver, BC.
  565. Sultana A*, Kumar A. Comparative assessment of supply and logistics of processed forms of biomass to a biorefinery. 62nd CSChE Conference, Oct. 14-17, 2012, Vancouver, BC.
  566. Thakkar J*, Kumar A. Biomass conversion to charcoal for carbon sequestration, 62nd Canadian Chemical Engineering Conference, Oct. 14-17, 2012, Vancouver, British Columbia.
  567. Subramanyam V, Radpour S, Bonyad M, Kumar A*. GHG emission modeling using the LEAP model. Alberta Innovates – Bio Solutions, Oct. 5, 2012, Edmonton, AB (†).
  568. Olateju B*, Kumar A. Sustainable hydrogen production from underground coal gasification in western Canada with carbon capture and sequestration for bitumen upgrading. 11th International Conference on Sustainable Energy Technologies (SET-2012), Sept. 2-5, 2012, Vancouver, BC.
  569. Olateju B*, Kumar A. Hydrogen production from wind power in Western Canada. 11th International Conference on Sustainable Energy Technologies (SET-2012), Sept. 2-5, 2012, Vancouver, BC.
  570. Kumar A*. Development of a large scale biorefinery for production of fuels and chemicals. Department of Energy Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Aug. 1, 2012, Bombay, India (†).
  571. Kumar A*. Development of a large scale biorefinery for production of fuels and chemicals. Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, July 27, 2012, Kharagpur, India (†).
  572. Ali B*, Kumar A. Development of life cycle water demand coefficients for coal based power generation technologies. CWRA and CGU Conference, June 5-8, 2012, Banff, AB.
  573. Singh S, Kumar A, Ali B*. Assessment of water demand in biofuel production scenarios in Alberta. CWRA and CGU,June 5-8, 2012, Banff, AB.
  574. Ali B*, Kumar A. Development of water demand forecasting model for energy sector. CWRA and CGU Conference, June 5-8, 2012, Banff, AB.
  575. Kabir R, Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Variation in moisture and inorganic content in forest residues piles. NABEC-CSBE/SCGAB AGM and Technical Conference, July 15-18, 2012, Orillia, ON.
  576. Vaezi M*, Kumar A, Bressler D. Sugar loss in pipeline transportation of biomass, NABEC-CSBE/SCGAB AGM and Technical Conference, July 15-18, 2012, Orillia, ON.
  577. Miller P*, Kumar A. Development of net energy ratios and emission factors for renewable diesel production pathways. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 29-Aug. 1, 2012, Dallas, TX.
  578. Sultana A*, Kumar A. GIS-based assessment of winding factor for site selection of bioenergy facilities. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 29-Aug. 1, 2012, Dallas, TX.
  579. Miller P*, Kumar A. Modeling of cost of producing hydrogenation-derived renewable diesel. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 29-Aug. 1, 2012, Dallas, TX.
  580. Sultana A*, Kumar A. Logistics of multiple biomass feedstock delivery to a biofacility. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 29-Aug. 1, 2012, Dallas, TX.
  581. Miller P*, Kumar A. Development of net energy ratios and emission factors for renewable diesel production pathways. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 29-Aug. 1, 2012, Dallas, TX.
  582. Sultana A*, Kumar A. Optimal form of delivery of biomass to different sizes of biofacility. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 29-Aug.1, 2012, Dallas, Texas, USA.
  583. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Sieveless PSD analysis of knife-milled wheat straw and corn stover for pipeline hydro-transportation using digital image processing. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 29-Aug. 1, 2012, Dallas, TX.
  584. Kumar A*. Energy and environmental modeling. Alberta Energy, April 26, 2012, Edmonton, AB. (†)
  585. Miller P*, Kumar A. Techno-economic analysis of renewable diesel production from canola and camelina. WSED, Feb. 29-Mar. 2, 2012, Wels, Austria.
  586. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Transportation of biomass material by pipeline to a large scale biorefinery. WSED, Feb. 29-Mar. 2, 2012, Wels, Austria.
  587. Kumar A*. NSERC Industrial Research Chair in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. AI-Bio, Feb. 11, 2012, Edmonton, AB. (†)
  588. Kumar A*. Reality check: At what scale we supply biorefineries by 2030. 3rd Annual BCN Strategic Retreat, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, 2011, Banff, AB (†).
  589. Vaezi M*, Kumar A, Bressler D. Chemical characterization of pipelined biomass slurry. 3rd Annual BCN Strategic Retreat, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, 2011, Banff, AB.
  590. Kabir M*, Kumar A, Lieffers V. Characterization of forest harvest residues generated in Alberta. 3rd Annual BCN Strategic Retreat, Rimrock Resort, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, 2011, Banff, AB.
  591. Subramanyam V, Kumar A*. Assessment of Alberta's energy sector with LEAP model. Conference on the Assessment of the Future Energy Systems, Nov. 3-4, 2011, Calgary, AB.
  592. Olateju B*, Kumar A. Electrolytic hydrogen production from wind energy in Alberta for upgrading bitumen from oil sands. Conference on the Assessment of the Future Energy Systems, Nov. 3-4, 2011, Calgary, AB.
  593. Kumar A*. Modeling of energy and environmental systems with a focus on forecasting and planning. University of Pernambuco, Recife, Brazil, Aug. 22-26, 2011 (†).
  594. Kumar A*. Techno-economics of a biorefinery. Aug. 22-26, 2011, University of Pernambuco, Recife, Brazil (†).
  595. Miller P*, Sultana A, Kumar A. Optimum size of feedstock production and processing plant for biorefinery producing renewable diesel. ASABE Annual International Meeting, Aug. 7-10, 2011, Louisville, KY.
  596. Sultana A, Miller P*, Kumar A. Development of delivery costs of feedstocks for renewable diesel plants. ASABE Annual International Meeting, Aug. 7-10, 2011, Louisville, KY.
  597. Sultana A*, Kumar A. Development of a GIS model for locating a biorefinery. ASABE Annual International Meeting, Aug. 7-10, 2011, Louisville, KY.
  598. Sultana A, Miller P*, Kumar A. A comparative assessment of oilseed feedstocks for renewable diesel production. ASABE Annual International Meeting, Aug. 7-10, 2011, Louisville, KY.
  599. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Pressure drop for biomass pipeline transportation. ASABE Annual International Meeting, Aug. 7-10, 2011, Louisville, KY.
  600. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Morphological and physical characteristics of wheat straw and corn stover for pipeline transport. ASABE Annual International Meeting, Aug. 7-10, 2011, Louisville, KY.
  601. Malinga D, Kumar A*. Triticale as a feedstock for power production. ASABE Annual International Meeting, Aug. 7-10, 2011, Louisville, KY.
  602. Kabir MR*, Kumar A. Energy and environmental impact assessment of biohydrogen production pathways. CSBE/SCGAB Annual Meeting and Technical Conference, July 10-13, 2011, Winnipeg, MB.
  603. Singh S, Kumar A, Ali B*. Assessment of biomass conversion pathways based on energy and water requirement. CSBE/SCGA Annual Meeting and Technical Conference, July 10-13, 2011, Winnipeg, MB.
  604. Singh S, Kumar A*, Ali B. Comparative assessment of biomass conversion pathway based on water requirement. 64th CWRA National Conference, June 27-30, 2011, St. John’s, NL.
  605. Sarkar S, Kabir R, Olateju B, Kumar A*. Hydrogen production from renewable sources in Alberta. National Renewable Energy Delegation, AI-EES, June 21, 2011, Edmonton, AB (†).
  606. Vaezi M*, Kumar A, Luk J. Pipeline transport of agricultural biomass – experimental results. 33rd SBFC, May 2-5, 2011, Seattle, WA.
  607. Vaezi M*, Kumar A, Bressler D. Sugar release during pipeline transport of biomass 33rd SBFC, May 2-5, 2011, Seattle, WA.
  608. Kumar A*. Large scale biomass transport. 241st American Chemical Society National Meeting and Exposition in the Symposium on Ultraclean Fuels Production and Utilization for Sustainable Transportation, March 27-31, 2010, Anaheim, CA (†).
  609. Kumar A*. Alberta’s forestry resource. 2nd Annual BCN Strategic Retreat, Nov. 7-9, 2010, Lake Louise, AB († keynote).
  610. Kumar A*. Biomass pre-processing. 2nd Annual BCN Strategic Retreat, Nov. 7-9, 2010, Lake Louise, AB (†).
  611. Subramanyam V*, Kumar A. Development of potential GHG mitigation options for the Province of Alberta. 60th CSChE Conference, Oct. 24-27, 2010, Saskatoon, SK.
  612. Kabir MR*, Kumar A. Development of Sankey diagram for water flows in the Province of Alberta. 60th CSChE Conference, Oct. 24-27, 2010, Saskatoon, SK.
  613. Thakur A*, Kumar A. Energy and emission analysis of power generation from forest biomass. 60th CSChE Conference, Oct. 24-27, 2010, Saskatoon, SK.
  614. Sultana A*, Kumar A. A comparative assessment of transportation costs of various forms of biomass feedstocks. ASABE Conference, Sept. 9-11, 2010, Lethbridge, AB.
  615. Sultana A*, Kumar A. Availability of agricultural residues in Alberta as feedstocks for a biorefinery. ASABE Conference Sept. 9-11, 2010, Lethbridge, AB.
  616. Dassanayake M*, Kabir MR, Kumar A. Energy and emission analysis of triticale straw. ASABE Conference Sept. 9-11, 2010, Lethbridge, AB.
  617. Bhogal A*, Kumar A. A review of algal biomass production technologies for biofuel production in Alberta. ASABE Conference, Sept. 9-11, 2010, Lethbridge, AB.
  618. Sultana A*, Kumar A. Assessment of impact of density on transportation cost of biomass forms. ASABE Annual International Meeting, June 20-23, 2010, Pittsburg, PA
  619. Vaezi M*, Kumar A. Characterization of cornstover and switchgrass slurries for pipeline transport. ASABE Annual International Meeting, June 20-23, 2010, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, USA.
  620. Luk J*, Kumar A. Biomass transport by pipeline. ASABE Annual International Meeting, June 20-23, 2010, Pittsburg, KY.
  621. Sultana A*, Kumar A. Energy and emission analysis of production of agricultural pellet. ASABE Annual International Meeting, June 20-23, 2010, Pittsburg, KY.
  622. Thakkar J*, Kumar A. Biochar production for carbon sequestration. 17th World Congress of the International Commission of Agricultural Engineering (CIGR), June 13-17, 2010, Quebec City, QC.
  623. Dassanayake M*, Kumar A. Power from triticale straw. 17th World Congress of the International Commission of Agricultural Engineering (CIGR), June 13-17, 2010, Quebec City, QC.
  624. Kumar A*. Large scale biomass supply and logistics. Biomaterials Mini-Conference Series - “Green from the Ground Up,” Jan. 20, 2010, Edmonton, AB (†).
  625. Kumar A*. Development of a large scale biorefinery. Workshop on Emerging Energy Technologies organized during the International Conference and Exhibition on Advances in Energy Research (ICAER), Dec. 9-11, 2009, Indian Institute of Technology, Mumbai (†).
  626. Pootakham T, Kumar A*. Bio-oil as a carrier for bioenergy. Bioenergy Engineering Conference, Oct. 11-14, 2009, Bellevue, WA (†).
  627. Singh S, Kumar A*. Development of integrated water and energy requirement factors for bioenergy pathways. Bioenergy Engineering Conference, Oct. 11-14, 2009, Bellevue, WA.
  628. Ghafoori E, Flynn PC, Kumar A*. Economics of anaerobic digestion of manure. Tri-Provincial Manure Management Council, Manure Management Workshop, Oct. 21-22, 2009, Leduc, AB (†).
  629. Luk J*, Kumar A. Properties of pipeline transported biomass material. CSBE AGM and Technical Conference, July 12-15, 2009, Brudenell River Resort, PEI.
  630. Sultana A*, Kumar A. Ranking of lignocellulosic biomass pellets through multicriteria modeling. CSBE AGM and Technical Conference, July 12-15, 2009, Brudenell River Resort, PEI.
  631. Subramanyam V*, Kumar A. Development of Sankey diagram for energy flows in Alberta through modeling. 2nd CCTC, May 12-15, 2009, Hamilton, ON.
  632. Shikhar S*, Kumar A. Development of water consumption factors for biomass utilization pathways. 2nd CCTC, May 12-15, 2009, Hamilton, ON.
  633. Safaei-Mohamadabadi H, Luk J*, Kumar A. Characterization of biomass slurries for pipeline transport. ASABE Annual International Meeting, June 21-24, 2009, Reno, Nevada, USA.
  634. Sultana A*, Kumar A. Optimum size of biomass based pellet production plant. ASABE Annual International Meeting, June 21-24, 2009, Reno, NV.
  635. Safaei-Mohamadabadi H*, Luk J, Kumar A. Pipeline transportation of biomass materials to a large scale biorefinery. International Energy Agency (IEA) Task 42 (Biorefining) Meeting, Marriott Hotel, Sept. 17, 2008, Edmonton, AB, (†).
  636. Sarkar S*, Kumar A. Comparison of techno-economic assessment of biohydrogen production from agricultural and forest biomass. ASABE Annual International Meeting, June 29-July 2, 2008, Providence, RI.
  637. Pootakham T*, Kumar A. Large scale transport of bio-oil by pipeline. ASABE Annual International Meeting, June 29-July 2, 2008, Providence, RI.
  638. Sarkar S, Kumar A*. Large-scale biohydrogen production in western Canada. Bioenergy Conference and Exhibition, June 3-5, 2008, Prince George, BC.
  639. Kumar A*. Energy training to move life forward. 13th Annual District Energy Conference, May 7-9, 2008, Calgary, AB (†).
  640. Kumar A*, Flynn P. Bioenergy for Alberta. Forest Industry Sustainability Committee (FISC) Meeting, May 7, 2008, Edmonton, AB (†).
  641. Kumar A*. Pipelining biomass to a biorefinery. University of California System-Wide Technology Transfer Forum in partnership with Canadian Consulate in California, Clean Technology, April 3, 2008, San Francisco, CA. (†)
  642. Sarkar S*, Kumar A. Techno-economics of bio-hydrogen production in Alberta. 57th CSChE Conference, Oct. 28-31, 2007, Edmonton, AB.
  643. Tichkowsky T, Mohamadabadi HS*, Kumar A. Evaluation of GHG mitigation options in transportation sector through development of a multicriteria assessment model. 57th CSChE Conference, Oct. 28-31, 2007, Edmonton, AB.
  644. Sarkar S*, Kumar A. A review of techno-economics of bio-hydrogen production technologies. ASABE Annual International Meeting, June 17-20, 2007, Minneapolis, MN.
  645. Pootakham T*, Kumar A, Checkel M. D. A comparison of pipeline vs truck transport of bio-oil. ASABE Annual International Meeting, June 17-20, 2007, Minneapolis, MN.
  646. Kumar A*. Pipelines: Moving biomass and energy. BIOCAP Conference – Towards a Sustainable Bioeconomy: Biosphere Solutions for Energy and the Environment, Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 2006, Ottawa, ON (†).
  647. Pootakham T*, Kumar A, Checkel M.D. Life cycle assessment of pipeline vs truck transport of bio-oil. BIOCAP Conference – Towards a Sustainable Bioeconomy: Biosphere Solutions for Energy and the Environment, Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 2006, Ottawa, ON.
  648. Searcy E*, Flynn PC, Ghafoori E. and Kumar A. The relative cost of bioenergy transport. BIOCAP Conference – Towards a Sustainable Bioeconomy: Biosphere Solutions for Energy and the Environment, Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 2006, Ottawa, ON.
  649. Kumar A*, Sultana A. Bioheat in Alberta – Techno-economic assessment. Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, July 28, 2009, Edmonton, AB (†).
  650. Kumar A*. A conceptual comparison of biopower generation options. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 9-12, 2006, Portland, Oregon, USA.
  651. Kumar A*. Techno-economic assessment of biofuel production from pine beetle infested trees in BC. CSBE-SCGAB Annual Meeting, July 16-19, 2006, Edmonton, AB.
  652. Luk J*, Kumar A. Greenhouse gas abatement cost of renewable energy technologies in Alberta. CSBE-SCGAB Annual Meeting, July 16-19, 2006, Edmonton, AB.
  653. Kumar A*. Bioenergy options for British Columbia. BC Bioenergy Strategy Meeting with Academic Community, July 5, 2006, Vancouver, BC (†).
  654. Kumar A*. Biomass as a source for power and liquid fuels. Bioenergy Community Forum, June 12, 2006, Quesnel, BC, (†).
  655. Kumar A*, Flynn PC, Sokhansanj S. British Columbia’s beetle infested pine: biomass feedstocks for producing power. BioEnergy Conference and Exhibition 2006, University of Northern British Columbia, May 31-June 1, 2006, Prince George, BC.
  656. Kumar A*, Flynn PC, Sokhansanj S. Biopower generation in British Columbia: an opportunity of greenhouse gas mitigation. CCTC, May 10-12, 2006, Ottawa, ON.
  657. Searcy E*, Flynn PC, Ghafoori E, Kumar A. The relative cost of bioenergy transport. 28th SBFC, April 30-May 3, 2006, Nashville, TN.
  658. Kumar A*. A conceptual comparison of bioenergy options using BC’s mountain pine beetle infested wood. BIOCAP - Research Integration Forum, April 27, 2006, Ottawa, ON (†).
  659. Kumar A, Sokhansanj S, Flynn PC. Feedstock availability and power costs associated with using BC’s beetle-infested pine. Conference of Parties (COP 11) – Parallel Session – Innovating for a Sustainable Bioeconomy at the United Nations Climate Change Conference, Dec. 7, 2005, Montreal, QC.
  660. Kumar A.*, Sokhansanj S. Switchgrass delivery to a biorefinery using integrated biomass supply analysis and logistics (IBSAL) model. ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 17-20, 2005, Tampa, FL.
  661. Mani S*, Sokhansanj S, Bi X, Kumar A. A streamlined life cycle analysis of biomass densification. AIChE Annual Meeting, Oct. 30-Nov. 4, 2005, Cincinnati, OH.
  662. Kumar A, Sokhansanj S, Flynn PC.* Development of a multi-criteria model for ranking biomass feedstock collection and logistics. 27th SBFC, May 1-4, 2005, Denver, CO
  663. Kumar A*. Innovation in biomass transport. Workshop on Biomass Feedstock Integration for Bio-industry in Canada, 4. 2005, Ottawa, ON (†).
  664. Kumar A*, Sokhansanj S, Flynn PC. Ranking of biomass processing options by integration of economical, environmental and social factors. BIOCAP Canada Foundation’s 1st National Conference, Feb. 2-3. 2005, Ottawa, ON.
  665. Cameron JB, Kumar A*, Flynn PC. Scale Impacts on the economics of biomass utilization. BIOCAP Canada Foundation’s 1st National Conference, Feb. 2-3. 2005, Ottawa, ON (†).
  666. Mani S*, Sokhansanj S, Bi X, Kumar A. Modeling of biomass drying process using alternative fuel sources. BIOCAP Canada Foundation’s 1st National Conference, Feb. 2-3. 2005, Ottawa, ON.
  667. Kumar A*. Outlook for biomass versus other fuels. 24th Annual Meeting - Forest Nursery Association of British Columbia, Sept. 27-29, 2004, Surrey, BC (†).
  668. Cameron JB, Kumar A, Flynn PC*. Straw to power: economics and barriers – a Canadian case. ASAE/CSAE Annual International Meeting, Aug. 1-4, 2004, Ottawa, ON. (†)
  669. Kumar A*, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Large scale ethanol fermentation through pipeline delivery of corn stover. 26th SBFC, May 9-12, 2004, Chattanooga, TN, USA.
  670. Kumar A*, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Pipeline transport and simultaneous saccharification of corn stover. 2nd World Conference and Technology Exhibition on Biomass for Energy, Industry and Climate Protection, Palazzo del Congressi, May 10-14, 2004, Rome, Italy.
  671. Cameron JB*, Kumar A*, Flynn PC. Does gasification improve the economics of biomass utilization? 2nd World Conference and Technology Exhibition on Biomass for Energy, Industry and Climate Protection, Palazzo del Congressi, May 10-14, 2004, Rome, Italy.
  672. Cameron JB, Kumar A, Flynn PC*. Overview of energy solutions. Forest Industry Conference – Alberta’s Forest and Mill Residual Fibre Supply, Nov. 27-28, 2003, Edmonton, AB.
  673. Kumar A, Cameron JB. Biopower for greenhouse gas mitigation. Environmental Research and Studies Centre News, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Nov. 2003, Vol. 3(3), pp. 2-3.
  674. Kumar A*, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Pipeline transport of biomass. 25th SBFC, May 4-7, 2003, Breckenridge, Colorado, USA.
  675. Kumar A*, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Pipelining biomass. Canadian Forest Service Northern Forestry Centre, Oct. 2003, Edmonton, AB (†).
  676. Kumar A*, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Biomass based power in Alberta. 9th Annual Composting Technology Center - Composting Conference, May 8-9, 2003, Olds, AB (†).
  677. Cameron JB*, Kumar A.*, Flynn PC. Biomass utilization. Alberta Energy Research Institute and Alberta Environment, Feb. 2003, Edmonton, AB, (†).
  678. Kumar A*, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Optimum biomass power plant size in western Canada. 10th Biennial Bioenergy Conference, Sept. 22-26, 2002, Boise, ID.
  679. Cameron JB*, Kumar A, Flynn PC. Optimizing technology for biomass for power generation, proceedings of the 12th European Conference and Technology Exhibition on Biomass for Energy, Industry and Climate Protection, June 17-21, 2002, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Vol. 1.
  680. Kumar A*, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Biomass utilization in western Canada. ATCO Power, Feb. 2002, Edmonton, AB (†).
  681. Kumar A*, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Biomass utilization in western Canada. Canadian Forestry Service Northern Forestry Centre, Feb. 2002, Edmonton, AB (†).
  682. Kumar A*, Cameron JB, Flynn PC. Biomass utilization in western Canada. EPCOR, Feb. 2002, Edmonton, AB (†).

Final Project Reports

222 result(s)

  1. Kumar A. Cenovus Energy Endowed Chair in Environmental Engineering Annual Report 2025-26, August 2026.
  2. Kumar A. Annual report on Tier-1 Canada Research Chair in Assessment of Energy Systems. Submitted to Canada Research Chairs Program, Government of Canada, July 2026.
  3. Kumar A. Global Center for Sustainable Bioproducts (GCSB), NSF Global Centres – First Report. Submitted to NSERC, file 597269-2024, July 2026.
  4. Li, R. Y., Kumar A., Stein L., Musilek Petr, Hastings-Simon S., Benkoczi R. Resilient and Clean Energy Systems Initiative (RCESI). Annual Progress Report. Submitted to Technology and Innovation, Government of Alberta, July 2026.
  5. Kumar A. Global Center for Sustainable Bioproducts (GCSB), NSF Global Centres – Second Annual Report. Submitted to SSHRC, file 2007-2024-1001, June 30, 2026.
  6. Kumar A. Development of harmonized carbon conversion [GR1] datasets and integration in NRC’s data hub. Close out Report, submitted to National Research Council of Canada (NRC) 1200 Montreal Road, Building M-58 Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0R6, May 26, 2026.
  7. Kumar A. Assessments of technologies developed under future energy systems. Final report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2026.
  8. Kumar A. Hydrothermal torrefaction of high moisture content biomass. Final report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2026.
  9. Kumar A. Scale up of Pipeline Transport of Biomass Slurry with Aqueous-based Conversion Process for Production of Clean Fuels. Annual metrics report for 2025-26 submitted to Alberta Innovates (AI), Bell Tower, 1500, 10104 – 103 Avenue, Canada T5J 0H8. May 11, 2026.
  10. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Annual metrics report for 2025-26 submitted to Alberta Innovates (AI), Bell Tower, 1500, 10104 – 103 Avenue, Canada T5J 0H8. May 1, 2026.
  11. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Annual report for 2025-26 submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Environmental Protection Branch/Clean Fuel Standards, 351 St. Joseph Boulevard, Gatineau, Quebec, Canada, K1A0H3, April 30, 2026.
  12. Shibani, Davis M, Kumar A. Review on modelling material requirements for CCS and LNG infrastructure: Implications for Canadian energy system modelling. Progress report submitted to Natural Resources Canada, Government of Canada, 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, April 14, 2026.
  13. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies MI-CDR. Quarterly report (Q3) submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, April 30, 2026.
  14. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Quarterly reports (Q1-Q3) submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, April 7, 2026.
  15. Billal MM, Kumar A. The development of a bio-hub techno-economic model for the Lake Nipigon Forest Management Inc. Region. Final report submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, March 30, 2026.
  16. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies MI-CDR. Quarterly report (Q2) submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, December 2025.
  17. Kumar A. Annual report on Tier-1 Canada Research Chair in Assessment of Energy Systems. Submitted to Canada Research Chairs Program, Government of Canada, October 2025.
  18. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies MI-CDR. Quarterly report (Q1) submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, September 2025.
  19. Davis M, Okunlola A, Shibani, Singh A, Fakayode OA, Radpour S, Srinivas S, Kumar A. Techno-economic and environmental assessments of building space heating solutions: electrification versus hydrogen in Canada, Final report, submitted to NRCan, July 9, 2025.
  20. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems – Alliance Progress Report. Submitted to Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). NSERC File Number: 581431 – 2023. July 1, 2025
  21. Li, R. Y., Kumar A., Stein L., Musilek Petr, Hastings-Simon S. and Benkoczi R. Resilient and Clean Energy Systems Initiative (RCESI). Annual Progress Report. Electronic submission to Technology and Innovation, Government of Alberta, July 2025.
  22. Kumar A. Global Center for Sustainable Bioproducts (GCSB), NSF Global Centres – Annual Report. Submitted to Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) of Canada. SSHRC File number: 2007-2024-1001. June 30, 2025,
  23. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Annual report submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, June 30, 2025.
  24. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Quarterly report (Q4) submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, June 30, 2025.
  25. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies MI-CDR. Annual report submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, June 30, 2025.
  26. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies MI-CDR. Quarterly report (Q4) submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, June 30, 2025.
  27. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Annual report submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, June 2025.
  28. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Annual metrics report for 2024-25 submitted to Alberta Innovates (AI), Bell Tower, 1500, 10104 – 103 Avenue, Canada T5J 0H8. May 6, 2025.
  29. Davis M, Okunlola A, Shibani, Kumar A. Development of future state scenarios for Alberta’s five hydrogen end-use markets and energy system impact assessment. Technical report submitted to Government of Alberta, April 14, 2025.
  30. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Annual report for 2024-25 submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Environmental Protection Branch/Clean Fuel Standards, 351 St. Joseph Boulevard, Gatineau, Quebec, Canada, K1A0H3, April, 2025.
  31. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Quarterly report (Q3) submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, March 2025.
  32. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies MI-CDR. Quarterly report (Q3) submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, March 2025.
  33. Kumar A. Development of harmonized carbon conversion [GR1] datasets and integration in NRC’s data hub. Recipient progress report (RPR) November – March 2025, submitted to National Research Council of Canada (NRC) 1200 Montreal Road, Building M-58 Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0R6, March 11, 2025.
  34. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Quarterly report (Q2) submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, December 2024.
  35. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies MI-CDR. Quarterly report (Q2) submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, December 2024.
  36. Kumar A. Development of harmonized carbon conversion [GR1] datasets and integration in NRC’s data hub. Recipient progress report (RPR) April – October 2024, submitted to National Research Council of Canada (NRC) 1200 Montreal Road, Building M-58 Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0R6, September 2024.
  37. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Quarterly report (Q1) submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, September 2024.
  38. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies MI-CDR. Quarterly report (Q1) submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, September 2024.
  39. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Annual report submitted to Alberta Innovates (AI), Bell Tower, 1500, 10104 – 103 Avenue, Canada T5J 0H8, September 2024.
  40. Li, R. Y., Kumar A., Stein L., Musilek Petr, Hastings-Simon S. and Benkoczi R. Resilient and Clean Energy Systems Initiative (RCESI). Annual Progress Report. Electronic submission to Technology and Innovation, Government of Alberta, July 2024.
  41. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies MI-CDR. Annual report submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, June 2024.
  42. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Annual report submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, June 2024.
  43. Kumar A. Integrated Assessment of Energy Systems. Annual report for 2023-24 submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Environmental Protection Branch/Clean Fuel Standards, 351 St. Joseph Boulevard, Gatineau, Quebec, Canada, K1A0H3, April, 2024.
  44. Billal MM, Rosha P, Mukherjee A, Kumar A. Integration of agricultural and municipal solid waste in biohubs in Canada. Final report submitted to International Energy Agency (IEA) Bioenergy - Task 43, Report No. ISBN: 979-12-80907-64-6, March 2025 (https://task43.ieabioenergy.com/publications/integration-of-agricultural-and-municipal-solid-waste-in-biohubs-in-canada/).
  45. Fakayode OA, Mukherjee A, Sreekumar A, Billal MM, Khan F, Meza Diaz B, Kumar A. Low-quality and waste biomass feedstocks: an update on the current status and future potential for the production of clean fuels in Canada. Final report submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, February 2024.
  46. Kumar A. Development of harmonized carbon conversion [GR1] datasets and integration in NRC’s data hub. Recipient progress report (RPR) November 2023 – March 2024, submitted to National Research Council of Canada (NRC) 1200 Montreal Road, Building M-58 Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0R6, February 2024.
  47. Mukherjee A, Billal MM, Khan F, Kumar A. The development of a techno-economic model for the assessment of biohubs linked to the Port of Belledune in New Brunswick. Final report submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, December 2023.
  48. Kumar A. Final report on NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Research Chair in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Submitted to Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), Cenovus Energy, Alberta Innovates (AI), Suncor Energy, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Alberta Department of Energy, November 2023.
  49. Kumar A. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Final report submitted to Alberta Innovates, Bell Tower, 1500, 10104 – 103 Avenue, Canada T5J 0H8, July 2023.
  50. Kumar A. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Final report submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, July 2023.
  51. Kumar A. Life cycle analysis (LCA) economic and technological assessment. Final report submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Environmental Protection Branch/Clean Fuel Standards, 351 St. Joseph Boulevard, Gatineau, Quebec, Canada, K1A0H3, April, 2023.
  52. Kumar A. Integrated assessment of environmental footprints for energy scenarios. Sixth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2023.
  53. Kumar A. Assessment of technologies developed under Future Energy Systems. Sixth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2023.
  54. Kumar A. Hydrothermal torrefaction of high moisture content biomass. Sixth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2023.
  55. Kumar A. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Sixth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2023.
  56. Meza Diaz B, Kumar A. Alberta Clean Energy Technology Accelerator (ACETA) – University of Alberta Final report. Final report submitted to City of Edmonton, City Operations, Waste Services, Site 100, 250 Aurum Road NE, Edmonton, AB T6S 1G9, February 2023.
  57. Billal MM, Dwivedi A, Mukherjee A, Kumar A. Assessment of agricultural residue availability and potential for conversion to biofuels in Canada. Final report submitted to Suncor Energy Inc., P. O. Box 2844, 150 – 6 Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P3E3, Feb. 2023.
  58. Anand S, Dwivedi A, Mukherjee A, Kumar A. Review of energy crops in marginal lands in Canada. Final report submitted to Suncor Energy Inc., P. O. Box 2844, 150 – 6 Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P3E3, Feb. 2023.
  59. Dwivedi A, Khan FM, Mukherjee A, Kumar A. Study to assess the biogenic CO2 emission potential and capture cost in Canada. Final report submitted to Suncor Energy Inc., P. O. Box 2844, 150 – 6 Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P3E3, Feb. 2023.
  60. Meza Diaz B., Kumar A. Alberta Clean Energy Technology Accelerator (ACETA) – University of Alberta Milestone 3 report. Progress report submitted to City of Edmonton, City Operations, Waste Services, Site 100, 250 Aurum Road NE, Edmonton, AB T6S 1G9, January 2023.
  61. Davis M, Coraça G, Oni A, Anaya K, Meza B, Kumar A. Water resource impacts of carbon capture and sequestration in the context of Canada’s energy system transition. Final report submitted to Natural Resources Canada, Ottawa, ON, Jan. 2023.
  62. Davis M, Sperry L, Haider M, Kumar A. Energy and Emission Modelling for Quebec’s Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources. LEAP-Quebec model and documentation, ongoing training workshops, and technical support provided to the Quebec Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, Quebec City, QC, Sept. 2022.
  63. Oni AO, Dwivedi A, Anaya K, Mahbub N, Billal MM, Meza B, Kumar A. Study to provide an overview of bioenergy with carbon capture and storage technologies including assessing supply chains. Final report submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, 2022.
  64. Kumar A. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Progress report submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, June 2022.
  65. Pradhan P, Akbari M, Sebastian RM, Dwivedi A, Kumar A. Development of techno-economic model for assessment of bio-hubs in Canada. Final report submitted to International Energy Agency (IEA) Bioenergy - Task 43, Report No. TR2022-07, May 2022 (https://task43.ieabioenergy.com/publications/development-of-techno-economic-model-for-assessment-of-bio-hubs-in-canada-tr2022-07/).
  66. Kumar A. Integrated assessment of environmental footprints for energy scenarios. Fifth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2022.
  67. Kumar A. Assessment of technologies developed under Future Energy Systems. Fifth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2022.
  68. Kumar A. Hydrothermal torrefaction of high moisture content biomass. Fifth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2022.
  69. Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of energy system transitions. Fifth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2022.
  70. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. Fifth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2022.
  71. Kumar A. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Fifth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2022.
  72. Kumar A. Life cycle analysis (LCA) economic and technological assessment. Final report submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Environmental Protection Branch/Clean Fuel Standards, 351 St. Joseph Boulevard, Gatineau, Quebec, Canada, K1A0H3, April 29, 2022.
  73. Akbari M, Dwivedi A, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of the use of short rotation willow feedstocks for renewable natural gas (RNG) production for blending in natural gas pipelines. Final report submitted to Natural Resources Canada, 5320 122 St. NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6H 3S5, March 31, 2022.
  74. Oni AO, Biswas D, Kurian V, Sreekumar A, Kumar A. A techno-economic assessment of coprocessing hydrothermal liquefaction bio-crude and VGO through the hydroprocessing and fluid catalytic cracking units. Final report submitted to CanmetEnergy Devon, Natural Resources Canada, 1 Oil Patch Drive, Devon, Alberta, Canada T9G 1A8, March 31, 2022.
  75. Sreekumar A, Mohan O, Kurian O, Kumar A. A review of Canadian wood conversion technologies for the production of fuels and chemicals. Final report submitted to Natural Resources Canada, 5320 122 St. NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6H 3S5, March 28, 2022.
  76. Pradhan P, Akbari M, Sebastian RM, Dwivedi A, Kumar A. Development of techno-economic model for assessment of bio-hubs in Canada. Final report submitted to Canadian Forest Service, Natural Resources Canada, 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, February 22, 2022.
  77. Gemechu E, Davis M, Giwa T, Dwivedi A, Haider M, Sebastian R, Kumar A. The role of biomass feedstocks in clean fuels markets. Final report submitted to Natural Resources Canada, 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, March 25, 2022.
  78. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. Final report submitted to Ministry of Economic Development and Trade, Technology Partnerships and Investments, 6th Floor, Phipps-McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 3G2, January 2022.
  79. Kumar A. Alberta Clean Energy Technology Accelerator (ACETA) – University of Alberta Milestone 2 report. Progress report submitted to City of Edmonton, City Operations, Waste Services, Site 100, 250 Aurum Road NE, Edmonton, AB T6S 1G9, January 2022.
  80. Baritto M, Khanna D, Oni AO, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Life cycle analysis of asphaltene to carbon fiber. Final report submitted to Alberta Innovates, Bell Tower, 1500, 10104 – 103 Avenue, Canada T5J 0H8, October 2021.
  81. Billal MM, Akbari M, Sebastian RM, Kumar A. Assessment of biomass feedstock availability and costs for the production of liquid fuels. Final report submitted to Suncor Energy Inc., P. O. Box 2844, 150 – 6 Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P3E3, Aug. 2021.
  82. Okunlola A, Davis M, Giwa T, Di Lullo G, Gemechu E, Anaya YJ, Oni AO, Haider M, Kumar A, Mehedi T. Identification and assessment of opportunities for hydrogen in Alberta’s low-carbon economy. Final report submitted to the Alberta Department of Energy, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and the UK Consulate-Calgary, June 2021.
  83. Kumar A. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Progress report submitted to the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), June 2021.
  84. Kumar A. Integrated assessment of environmental footprints for energy scenarios. Fourth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2021.
  85. Kumar A. Assessment of technologies developed under Future Energy Systems. Fourth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2021.
  86. Kumar A. Hydrothermal torrefaction of high moisture content biomass. Fourth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2021.
  87. Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of energy system transitions. Fourth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2021.
  88. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. Fourth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2021.
  89. Kumar A. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Fourth annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2021.
  90. Akbari M, Sebastian RM, Kumar A. Development of techno-economic model for assessment of bio-hubs in Canada. Final report submitted to Canadian Forest Service, Natural Resources Canada, 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, April 21, 2021.
  91. Kumar A. Life cycle analysis (LCA) economic and technological assessment. Final report submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), Environmental Protection Branch/Clean Fuel Standards, 351 St. Joseph Boulevard, Gatineau, Quebec, Canada, K1A0H3, April 4, 2021.
  92. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. Final report submitted to Alberta Innovates, Bell Tower, 1500, 10104 – 103 Avenue, Canada T5J 0H8, March, 2021.
  93. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. 5rd progress report submitted to Ministry of Economic Development and Trade, Technology Partnerships and Investments, 6th Floor, Phipps-McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 3G2, February, 2021.
  94. Oni AO, Toro I, Jaimes YKA, Gemechu E, Akbari M, Sebastian R, Kumar A. Integration of renewable energy sources to improve the environmental performance of PTTEP’s bitumen extraction process. Final report submitted to PTTEP Canada Limited (PTTEPCA), Suite 1910, 520-5th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3R7, Dec. 2020.
  95. Kumar A. Thirty Six-month Progress Report on NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Research Chair in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Submitted to Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), Cenovus Energy, Alberta Innovates (AI), Suncor Energy, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Alberta Department of Energy, September 2020.
  96. Radpour S, Talaei A, Owttrim C, Davis M, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar A. Development of cost curves for iron and steel sector of Canada. Final report submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), 200 Sacre-Coeur, 10th Floor, Gatineau, QC, Canada K1A 0H3, August 2020.
  97. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. 7th progress report submitted to Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and Alberta Innovates, Technology Partnerships and Investments, 6th Floor, Phipps-McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 3G2, July, 2020.
  98. Kumar A. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Annual progress report submitted to Natural Resources Canada, June 2020.
  99. Kumar A. Integrated assessment of environmental footprints for energy scenarios. Third annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2020.
  100. Kumar A. Assessment of technologies developed under Future Energy Systems. Third annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2020.
  101. Kumar A. Hydrothermal torrefaction of high moisture content biomass. Third annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2020.
  102. Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of energy system transitions. Third annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2020.
  103. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. Third annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2020.
  104. Kumar A. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Third annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2020.
  105. Kumar A. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Quarterly progress report submitted to Natural Resources Canada, April 2020.
  106. Kumar A. Development of life cycle net energy ratio of energy storage technologies. Annual scientific progress report submitted to NSERC Energy Storage Technology (NEST) Network, Ryerson University, Toronto, April 2020.
  107. Owttrim C, Davis M, Kumar A. Efficiency potential in the Canadian pulp and paper sector. Final report submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), 200 Sacre-Coeur, 10th Floor, Gatineau, QC, Canada K1A 0H3, March 2020.
  108. Kumar A. Alberta Clean Energy Technology Accelerator (ACETA – University of Alberta Milestone 1 report. Progress report submitted to City of Edmonton, City Operations, Waste Services, Site 100, 250 Aurum Road NE, Edmonton, AB T6S 1G9, March 2020.
  109. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. 6th progress report submitted to Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and Alberta Innovates, Technology Partnerships and Investments, 6th Floor, Phipps-McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 3G2, January, 2020.
  110. Di Lullo G, Gemechu E, Kumar A. Reclamation carbon life cycle analysis of a Suncor in situ oil sands project – Phase 3. Final report submitted to Suncor Energy Inc., P. O. Box 2844, 150 – 6 Avenue S.W., Calgary Alberta, Canada T2P3E3, Dec. 2019.
  111. Kumar A. Alberta Clean Energy Technology Accelerator. Progress Report - 1 to City of Edmonton for the Climate Change Innovation and Technology Framework (CCITF) Program of Alberta Innovates, City of Edmonton Waste Services, Edmonton, Canada, Dec. 2019.
  112. Oni AO, Gemechu E, Jaimes YKA, Toro I, Kumar A. The life cycle greenhouse gas emissions and energy footprints of PTTEP Canada Limited’s oil sands extraction pathways. Final report report submitted to PTTEP Canada Limited (PTTEPCA), Suite 1910, 520-5th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3R7, Dec. 2019.
  113. Patel P, Sebastian R, Kurian V, Kumar A. Biomass feedstock inventory for Edmonton and region. Final report submitted to Edmonton International Airport (EIA) 1, 1000 Airport Rd, Edmonton International Airport, AB T9E 0V3, August 2019.
  114. Kumar A. Development of life cycle net energy ratio of energy storage technologies. Annual scientific progress report submitted to NSERC Energy Storage Technology (NEST) Network, Ryerson University, Toronto, Oct. 2019.
  115. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. 5rd progress report submitted to Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and Alberta Innovates, Technology Partnerships and Investments, 6th Floor, Phipps-McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 3G2, July, 2019.
  116. Kumar A. Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair (IRC) in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Final report for project submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), 200 Sacre-Coeur, 10th Floor, Gatineau, QC, Canada K1A 0H3, April 2019.
  117. Kumar A. Development of life cycle net energy ratio of energy storage technologies. Annual scientific progress report submitted to NSERC Energy Storage Technology (NEST) Network, Ryerson University, Toronto, April 2019.
  118. Kumar A. Integrated assessment of environmental footprints for energy scenarios. Second annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 2019.
  119. Kumar A. Assessment of technologies developed under Future Energy Systems. Second annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 2019.
  120. Kumar A. Hydrothermal torrefaction of high moisture content biomass. Second annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 2019.
  121. Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of energy system transitions. Second annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 2019.
  122. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. Second annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 2019.
  123. Kumar A. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Second annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 2019.
  124. Kumar A. Eighteen-month Progress Report on NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Research Chair in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Submitted to Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), Cenovus Energy, Alberta Innovates (AI), Suncor Energy, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), March 2019.
  125. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. 4th progress report submitted to Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and Alberta Innovates, Technology Partnerships and Investments, 6th Floor, Phipps-McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 3G2, February 2019.
  126. Oyedun A, Kumar M, Pankratz S, Nogueira Jr. E, Kumar A. Algae-based biomass for the production of fuels and chemicals. Final report submitted to Alberta Innovates, 250 Karl Clark Road, Edmonton, Alberta Canada T6N 1E4 and Emissions Reductions Alberta (ERA), 1109, 101004 103 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 0H8, February 2019.
  127. Oyedun A, Akbari M, Patel M, Kumar M, Biswas D, Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of biomass conversion technologies. Final report submitted to Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 500 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, January 2019.
  128. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. 4th progress report submitted to Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and Alberta Innovates, Technology Partnerships and Investments, 6th Floor, Phipps-McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 3G2, January, 2019.
  129. Di Lullo G, Hoffman D, Zhang H, Gemechu E, Shaw C, Daly C, Kumar A. Reclamation carbon life cycle analysis of a Suncor surface mining operation. Final report submitted to Suncor Energy Inc., P. O. Box 2844, 150 – 6 Avenue S.W., Calgary Alberta, Canada T2P3E3, Dec. 2018.
  130. Kumar A. Development of life cycle net energy ratio of energy storage technologies. Semi-annual scientific progress report submitted to NSERC Energy Storage Technology (NEST) Network, Ryerson University, Canada, Oct. 2018.
  131. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. 3rd progress report submitted to Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and Alberta Innovates, Technology Partnerships and Investments, 6th Floor, Phipps-McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 3G2, July, 2018.
  132. Davis M, Gemechu E, Gupta A, Katta A, Kurian V, Kumar A. A study on water use baselines and cleantech opportunities in the natural resources sectors. Final report submitted to Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), 500 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0E4, July 2018.
  133. Oyedun A, Vaezi M, Oni A, Gemechu E, Patel M, Kumar M, Davis M, Di Lullo G, Rahman M, Soiket MIHS, Kumar A. Data to support life cycle carbon intensity reductions in Canadian fuels. Final report submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), 200 Sacre-Coeur, 10th Floor, Gatineau, QC, Canada K1A 0H3, May 2018.
  134. Kumar A. Development of life cycle net energy ratio of energy storage technologies. Annual scientific progress report submitted to NSERC Energy Storage Technology (NEST) Network, Ryerson University, Canada, May 2018.
  135. Kumar A. Integrated assessment of environmental footprints for energy scenarios. First annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 2018.
  136. Kumar A. Assessment of technologies developed under Future Energy Systems. First annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 2018.
  137. Kumar A. Hydrothermal torrefaction of high moisture content biomass. First annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 2018.
  138. Kumar A. Life cycle assessment of energy system transitions. First annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 2018.
  139. Kumar A. NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. First annual progress report submitted to Future Energy Systems – A Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) initiative, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, April 2018.
  140. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. 2nd progress report submitted to Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and Alberta Innovates, Technology Partnerships and Investments, 6th Floor, Phipps-McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 3G2, Jan., 2018.
  141. Patel P, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Development of optimum locations and scales for a waste use facility in Alberta. Final report submitted to Alberta Innovates (Clean Energy Division), 1800 Phipps McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, 2018.
  142. Oyedun A, Kumar A. Algae-based biomass for the production of fuels and chemicals. Progress Report 3 - A techno-economic assessment and a life cycle assessment of various conversion pathways of algae-based biomass to diluents and hydrogen. Submitted to CCEMC, AI-BIO, and Symbiotic EnviroTek, Jan. 2018.
  143. Morato T, Patel P, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Development of site selection model for waste to value added facility. Final report submitted to Southern Alberta Energy from Waste Association (SAEWA), 102 Center Street, Box 180, Vulcan, Alberta, Canada T0L 2B0, Dec. 2017.
  144. Kumar A. Development of life cycle net energy ratio of energy storage technologies. Semi-annual scientific progress report submitted to NSERC Energy Storage Technology (NEST) Network, Ryerson University, Canada, Oct. 2017.
  145. Talaei M, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar, A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector - Phase V - GHG mitigation cost curves for refining sector. Final report submitted to Alberta Innovates (Clean Energy Division), 1800 Phipps McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, 2017.
  146. Kumar A. Biobattery – Decentralized production of fuel from forest and agricultural waste. 2nd progress report submitted to Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and Alberta Innovates, Technology Partnerships and Investments, 6th Floor, Phipps-McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 3G2, July 2017.
  147. Oni AO, Di Lullo G, Kumar A. A study of impacts of release of bitumen extraction solvents on environment. Final report submitted to Cenovus Energy Inc., 500 Centre Street SE, PO Box 766, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 0M5, June 2017.
  148. Kumar A. Cenovus Energy Endowed Chair in Environmental Engineering. First progress report submitted to Cenovus Energy Inc., 500 Centre Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P 0M5, May 2017.
  149. Kumar A. Development of life cycle net energy ratio of energy storage technologies. Annual scientific progress report submitted to NSERC Energy Storage Technology (NEST) Network, Ryerson University, Canada, May 2017.
  150. Patel P, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Development of optimum locations and scales for a waste use facility in Alberta. Progress report submitted to Alberta Innovates (Clean Energy Division), 1800 Phipps McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, March 2017.
  151. Talaei M, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar, A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector - Phase V - GHG mitigation cost curves for refining sector. A progress report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (EES), 1800 Phipps McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, March 2017.
  152. Kumar A. Assessment of opportunity of Canadian natural gas for energy demand in China's Jing-Jin-Ji region. A progress report submitted to University of Alberta International, China Opportunity Fund, Feb. 2017.
  153. Patel P, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Development of optimum locations and scales for waste utilization for the Province of Alberta. A progress report submitted to Alberta Innovates (Clean Energy Division), March 16, 2017.
  154. Alcock J, Brennan L, Haugen-Kozyra K, Kumar A, Vaezi M. Moving forward: Alberta biogas industry 2016. A white paper on policy and economic outlook. Final report submitted to Alberta Innovates, Feb. 2017.
  155. Oyedun, AO, Kumar A. Algae-based biomass for the production of fuels and chemicals. Progress Report 2 - A techno-economic assessment and a life cycle assessment of various conversion pathways of algae-based biomass to diluents and hydrogen. Submitted to CCEMC, AI-BIO, and Symbiotic EnviroTek, March 2017.
  156. Kumar A. Fourteen Month Progress Report on NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Research Chair in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Submitted to NSERC, Cenvous, Alberta Innovates, Suncor Energy, March 2017.
  157. Kumar A. Algae-based biomass for production of fuels and chemicals. 18-month progress report. Submitted to NSERC, Emissions Reduction (CCEMC), AI-BIO, and Symbiotic EnviroTek, Nov. 2016.
  158. Talaei M, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar, A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector - Phase IV - GHG mitigation cost curves for chemical sector. Final report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (EES), 1800 Phipps McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, 2016.
  159. Kumar A. Development of life cycle net energy ratio of energy storage technologies. Semi-annual scientific progress report submitted to NSERC Energy Storage Technology (NEST) Network, Ryerson University, Canada, Oct. 2016.
  160. Zhang H, Kumar A. Reclamation carbon cycle analysis of Suncor's Oil Sands project. Final report submitted to Suncor Energy Inc., PO Box 2844, 150 - 6th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P3E3, Sept. 2016.
  161. Kumar A. Development of life cycle net energy ratio of energy storage technologies. Annual scientific progress report submitted to NSERC Energy Storage Technology (NEST) Network, Ryerson University, Canada, May 2016.
  162. Oyedun, AO, Kumar A. Algae-based biomass for the production of fuels and chemicals. Progress Report 1 - A techno-economic assessment and a life cycle assessment of various conversion pathways of algae-based biomass to diluents and hydrogen. Submitted to CCEMC, AI-BIO, and Symbiotic EnviroTek, March 2016.
  163. Talaei M, Ahiduzzaman M, Kumar, A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector - Phase IV - GHG mitigation cost curves for chemical sector. Progress report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (EES), 1800 Phipps McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, March 2016.
  164. Kumar A. Integration of hydrogenation-derived renewable diesel with conventional diesel. Final report submitted to Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, Collaborative Research and Development Grant Program, File No. CRDPJ 434956 – 2012, March 2016.
  165. Kumar A. Development of life cycle net energy ratio of energy storage technologies. Semi-Annual scientific progress report submitted to NSERC Energy Storage Technology (NEST) Network, Ryerson University, Canada, Feb. 2016.
  166. Kumar A. Assessment of energy supply chains enabling Sino-Canadian energy cooperation – A focus on non-conventional energy forms. Annual progress report submitted to Sino-Canadian Energy and Environmental Research and Education Initiative (SCENEREI), University of Alberta, Jan. 2016.
  167. Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of biomass conversion pathway to eco-friendly diesel additive - oxymethylene ethers (OME). Annual report submitted to Helmholtz-Alberta Initiative (HAI), University of Alberta, Edmonton, Dec. 2015.
  168. Khan MM, Kumar A. Assessment of municipal solid waste (MSW) use for the Town of St. Paul. Draft report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (EES), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Dec. 2015.
  169. Kumar A. Thirty-six Month Progress Report on NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Research Chair in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Submitted to NSERC, Cenvous, Alberta Innovates Energy and Environmental Solutions and Alberta Innovates Bio Solutions, Nov. 2015.
  170. Khan MM, Jain S, Kumar A. Development of a waste-to-energy decision analysis model for a municipality in the Province of Alberta. Final report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (EES), 1800 Phipps McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, August 2015.
  171. Kumar A. Opportunities for integration of forest by-products with conventional industry. Final report submitted to Biorefining Conversions Network (BCN), University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, May 2015.
  172. Kumar A. System Level Assessment of Hydrogen Production from Conventional and Non-Conventional Sources of Energy. Submitted to Helmholtz-Alberta Initiative (HAI), University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. Progress report, 2014.
  173. Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment and process modeling of superheated steam processed lignocellulosic biomass for pellet production. Submitted to BioFuelNet Canada, Networks of Centres of Excellence, McGill University, Montreal, Canada. Progress report, Dec. 2014.
  174. Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of biomass conversion pathway to eco-friendly diesel additive - oxymethylene ethers (OME). Submitted to Helmholtz-Alberta Initiative (HAI), University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. Progress report, Dec. 2014.
  175. Bonyad M, Subramanyam V, Mondal, MAH, Paramashivan D, Kumar, A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector - Phase III - GHG mitigation cost curves for agricultural sector. Final report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (EES), 1800 Phipps McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, 2014.
  176. Subramanyam V, Shafique HU, Mondal MAH, Nimana BS, Zhang X, Kumar A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector – Phase III: Development of energy efficiency opportunities for mining sector of Alberta. Draft final report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (EES), 1800 Phipps McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Feb. 2015.
  177. Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment and process modeling of superheated steam processed lignocellulosic biomass for pellet production. Submitted to BioFuelNet Canada, Networks of Centres of Excellence, McGill University, Montreal, Canada. Progress report, Sept. 2014.
  178. Ghandehariun S, Kumar A. Cost analysis of a central heating-cooling plant versus individual building heating-cooling plants. Final report submitted to HRC Engineering Ltd, 3-300 King Street, Spruce Grove, Alberta, Canada, T7X 2C6, August 2014.
  179. Kumar A. Assessment of energy supply chains between Canada and China. Submitted to School of Energy and the Environment (SEE), University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. Final report, April, 2014.
  180. Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment of biomass conversion pathway to eco-friendly diesel additive - oxymethylene ethers (OME). Submitted to Helmholtz-Alberta Initiative (HAI), University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. Progress report, March 2014.
  181. Kumar A. Eighteen Month Progress Report on NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Research Chair in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. Submitted to NSERC, Cenovus, Alberta Innovates Energy and Environmental Solutions and Alberta Innovates Bio Solutions, March 2014.
  182. Subramanyam V, Bonyad M, Kumar A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s agriculture sector. Development of GHG mitigation scenarios for the agricultural sector. Submitted to Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development (AARD) J. G. O’Donoghue Building, 7000 113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6H 5T6, March 2014.
  183. Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment and process modeling of superheated steam processed lignocellulosic biomass for pellet production. Submitted to BioFuelNet Canada, Networks of Centres of Excellence, McGill University, Montreal, Canada. Progress report, March 2014.
  184. Bonyad M, Paramashivan D, Subramanyam V, Kumar A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector – Phase III – GHG mitigation cost curves for the agricultural sector. Work in progress. Summary report prepared for Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environmental Solutions (EES), Suite 1800, Phipps McKinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3G2, Feb. 2014.
  185. Nimana BS, Verma A, Kumar A, Lipsett M. Bulk natural gas purchase initiative evaluation matrix development. Submitted to Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC), Government of Canada, Telus Plaza North, 10025 Jasper Avenue, 5th Floor, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 1S6. Final report, Jan. 2014.
  186. Subramanyam V, Paramshivan D, Radpour S, Shah T, Kumar A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector – Phase II – GHG mitigation cost curves for residential, commercial and transportation sector of Alberta. Final Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (AI-EES), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Nov. 2013.
  187. Verma A, Nimana BS, Olateju B, Rahman M, Radpour S, Canter CE, Subramanyam S, Paramshivan D, Vaezi M, Kumar A. Transportation of bitumen/SCO by rail and pipeline. Submitted to the Technical Advisory Committee of the NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Chair Program in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. Final report, Oct. 2013.
  188. Kumar A. Techno-economic assessment and process modeling of superheated steam processed lignocellulosic biomass for pellet production. Submitted to BioFuelNet Canada, Networks of Centers of Excellence, McGill University, Montreal, Canada. Progress report, Sept. 2013.
  189. Shah T, Paramshivan D, Subramanyam V, Radpour S, Kumar A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector – Phase II – Progress Report 4: Development of energy demand tree for mining sector of Alberta. Summary Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (EES), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, March 2013.
  190. Jacob Consultancy and University of Alberta. Identification of opportunities for the production of bio-products from waste biomass in Alberta. Final Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (AI-EES), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, March 2013.
  191. Subramanyam V, Paramshivan D, Radpour S, Kumar A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector – Phase II – Progress Report 3: GHG mitigation cost curves for transport sector of Alberta. Summary Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (AI-EES), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Feb. 2013.
  192. Subramanyam V, Kumar A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector – Phase II – Progress Report 2: GHG mitigation cost curves for commercial sector of Alberta. Summary Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (AI-EES), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Dec. 2012.
  193. Subramanyam V, Kumar A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector – Phase II – Progress Report 1: GHG mitigation cost curves for residential sector of Alberta. Summary Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (AI-EES), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Nov. 2012.
  194. Subramanyam V, Kumar A. Identification of best energy efficiency opportunities in Alberta’s energy sector – Phase I. Final Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (AI-EES), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, June 2012.
  195. Vaezi M, Luk J, Safei-Mohamadabadi H, Kumar A. Large scale biomass transport to a biorefinery by pipeline. Final Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Bio Solutions (AI-BIO), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, June 2012.
  196. Subramanyam V, Kumar A. Review of GHG mitigation potential of energy efficiency projects for Alberta. Final Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (EES), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, April 2012.
  197. Kumar A. Characterization of pipelined biomass slurry. Final report submitted to Biorefining Conversions Network (BCN), University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, Feb. 2012.
  198. Kumar A. Characterization of forest residues from Alberta’s boreal forest. Final report submitted to Biorefining Conversions Network (BCN), University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, Feb. 2012.
  199. Subramanyam V, Kumar A. Development of best economic options for GHG mitigation in Alberta. Final Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (AI-EES), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Feb. 2012.
  200. Babatunde O, Kumar A. Development of baseline costs for hydrogen production, delivery and carbon capture from Alberta based natural gas and coal. Final Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (EES), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Feb. 2012.
  201. Sultana A, Kumar A. Mapping available biomass feedstocks for steam production for steam assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) at SCL's oil sand area south of Fort McMurray. Final Report submitted to Statoil Canada Ltd, Suite 3600, 308 - 4th Avenue S.W, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P 0H7, Jan. 2012.
  202. Kumar A, Subramanyam V, Kabir R. Development of energy, emissions and water flow Sankey diagrams for the province of Alberta through modelling. Final Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (AI-EES), 1800 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, April 2011.
  203. Sarkar S, Kumar A. Potential of syngas based biofuels and biochemicals for Drayton Valley, Alberta, Technical and economical state-of-the-art and development, Module – 3 – Techno-economic evaluation of conversion technologies. Final Report, submitted to the Town of Drayton Valley, Drayton Valley, Alberta, Canada, May 2010.
  204. Kumar A, Sultana A. Bioheat in Alberta: Techno-economic Assessment, Final Report submitted to Alberta Innovates – Technology Futures, Hwy 16A 75 Street, Vegreville, Alberta, March, 2010.
  205. Kumar A. Development of energy, emissions and water flow Sankey diagrams for the province of Alberta through modelling. Progress Report 7 submitted to Alberta Innovates – Energy and Environment Solutions (EES), 500 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Feb. 2010.
  206. Kumar A. Large scale biomass transport to a biorefinery by pipeline. Progress report 3 submitted to the Alberta Agricultural Research Institute (AARI), 500 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Jan. 2010.
  207. Kumar A. Development of energy, emissions and water flow Sankey diagrams for the province of Alberta through modelling. Progress Report 5 submitted to the Alberta Energy Research Institute (AERI), 500 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Sept. 2009.
  208. Kumar A, Sarkar S. Techno-economic assessment of biomass conversion to charcoal for carbon sequestration. Final Report submitted to Alberta Energy Research Institute (AERI), 500 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta and EnCana, 421-7 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, July 2009.
  209. Kumar A. Development of energy, emissions and water flow Sankey diagrams for the province of Alberta through modelling. Progress Report 5 submitted to the Alberta Energy Research Institute (AERI), 500 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, June 2009.
  210. Kumar A. Bioheat in Alberta: Techno-economic Assessment. Progress Report 1 submitted to Alberta Research Council, Hwy 16A 75 Street, Vegreville, Alberta, March 2009.
  211. Kumar A. Development of energy, emissions and water flow Sankey diagrams for the Province of Alberta through modelling. Progress Report 4 submitted to the Alberta Energy Research Institute (AERI), 500 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Jan. 2009.
  212. Kumar A. Large scale biomass transport to a biorefinery by pipeline. Progress report 2 submitted to the Alberta Agricultural Research Institute (AARI), 500 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Jan. 2009.
  213. Kumar A. Development of energy, emissions and water flow Sankey diagrams for the province of Alberta through modelling. Progress Report 3 submitted to the Alberta Energy Research Institute (AERI), 500 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Sept. 2008.
  214. Kumar A. Bioheat in Alberta: Techno-economic Assessment. Progress Report 1 submitted to Alberta Research Council, Hwy 16A 75 Street, Vegreville, Alberta, Oct., 2008.
  215. Kumar A. Development of energy, emissions and water flow Sankey diagrams for the province of Alberta through modelling. Progress Report 2 submitted to the Alberta Energy Research Institute (AERI), 500 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, May 2008.
  216. Kumar A. Large scale biomass transport to a biorefinery by pipeline. Progress report 1 submitted to the Alberta Agricultural Research Institute (AARI), 500 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Jan. 2008.
  217. Kumar A. Development of energy, emissions and water flow Sankey diagrams for the province of Alberta through modelling. Progress Report 1 submitted to the Alberta Energy Research Institute (AERI), 500 Phipps Mckinnon Building, 10020 101A Avenue, T5J Edmonton, Alberta, Dec. 2007.
  218. Kumar A. A Conceptual Comparison of Bioenergy Options Using BC’s Mountain Pine Beetle Infested Wood. Research Project funded by Queen’s University and BIOCAP Canada Foundation, 156 Barrie Street, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ont. K7L 3N6, March 2006.
  219. Kumar A, Flynn PC, Sokhansanj S. Feedstock availability and power costs associated with using BC’s beetle-infested pine. Research Project Final Report funded by BIOCAP Canada Foundation, 156 Barrie Street, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ont. K7L 3N6 and the Province of British Columbia, Nov. 2005.
  220. Flynn PC, Kumar A. Trip report - Site visit to Alholmens 240 MW power plant, Pietarsaari, Finland. Research Project funded by BIOCAP Canada Foundation, 156 Barrie Street, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ont. K7L 3N6 and the Province of British Columbia, Nov. 2005.
  221. Kumar A, Sokhansanj S, Flynn PC. British Columbia’s beetle infested pine: biomass feedstocks for producing power. Research Project Final Report funded by BIOCAP Canada Foundation, 156 Barrie Street, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ont. K7L 3N6 and the Province of British Columbia, April 2005.
  222. Sokhansanj S, Kumar A, Mani S, Sundaram J. Section 4 – Processing and energy systems, In Dehydration of barley silage, Phase-2, Drying and energy options. Research Project Funded by Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP), National Research Council of Canada (NRC), IRAP Project 512493, prepared for Olds Ag-Tech Industries Limited, Olds Alberta, Canada, Sept. 2004.