BioBlaze-X

Flores, John Loyd C.

Enriqueta Montilla de Esteban

Memorial High School

JENNY T. ALVAREZ
Adviser/Coach
Table of Contents

I. Executive Summary

II. Product Overview

III. Market Plan

a. Research and Analysis

b. Strategy

IV. Bibliography
 I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

BioBlaze-X is a product that using methane gas from food waste that can provide significant
environmental, economic, and social benefits. It can be the solution to the problem of food waste that
affecting our health and environment, also it can be an alternative substitute for fuel gas because of
inflation of petroleum gas. By reducing waste, generating renewable energy, and mitigating climate
change, we can create a more sustainable and resilient future for ourselves and future generations.
Producing methane from food waste is a sustainable and economically viable solution for managing
organic waste. Its already use in the different countries like USA, Germany, Italy and etc.

The process in making this methane gas we need to gather the organic materials that will be
used as feedstock, such as food waste, agricultural residues, animal manure, or wastewater sludge. The
feedstock is then shredded, chopped, or ground to increase its surface area and improve its digestibility.
The feedstock is then loaded into an airtight digester, which can be a tank, a pit, or a flexible bag. The
digester is filled with water and inoculated with a starter culture of microorganisms, which will break
down the organic matter and produce biogas. The digester is kept at a constant temperature of around
35-40°C (95-104°F) and stirred or agitated to maintain a homogenous mixture. The microorganisms in
the digester degrade the organic matter in the feedstock, producing biogas and the waste product of
digestion a nutrient-rich effluent. The digester's biogas is collected and stored in a cylinder can gas
holder or a storage tank. The biogas can then be used to power appliances such as cooking, heating,
electricity generation, and transportation. The waste product produced by anaerobic digestion is
nutrient-rich and can be used as a fertilizer or soil amendment. It can also be further processed to
remove excess moisture and produce a high-quality organic fertilizer. It can be also sold to the farmers
for natural fertilizers.

It comes in a cylinder can like those butane canister and liquefied petroleum gas (lpg) tank that
we use in cooking but this one is from waste foods gas. The prices for the BioBalzeX product will also
vary depending on the liter sizes. The price will vary to 78 Pesos for 250g BioBlaze-X Canister and
625 Pesos for 11kg BioBlaze-X gas tank, which is more affordable compared to other products like
butane canister and liquefied petroleum gas (lpg) . The byproducts of anaerobic digestion can be
converted into organic fertilizers and sold to local farmers for 500 Pesos in 50kg per sack in the
market.

Along with the product, an English-language manual will be available to guide consumers the
proper product usage and safety protocols when biogas reaches its efficacy level. Various online
sharing videos and social media flat forms will be used to introduce products. The team will create its
own website where details and a brief history of the product can be learned. In addition, the team will
hire Filipinos sales personnel to distribute flyers and leaflets in the malls or in the community.
Customers can order online and pay online, or they can pay cash when they receive their order. The
team will collaborate with top logistic companies to deliver orders and will also affiliate with hardware
stores and shops where customers can physically purchase the product. The team will also work with
local health units and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that address community social and
health issues.

II. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Products from biogas

BioBlaze-X Canister BioBlaze-X fertilizer

 BioBlaze-X gas tank

Municipal solid waste management (MSWM) is regarded as one of the Philippines’ most
serious environmental issues, with corresponding links to climate change and the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs). However, methane (CH4) associated with indiscriminate municipal solid
This is the digester where the biogas is processed waste dumping has received the most
attention in terms of public health and
climate change. It can exacerbates the climate change crisis with its significant greenhouse gas (GHG)
footprint. Production, transportation, and handling of food generate significant Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
emissions and when food ends up in landfills, it generates methane, an even more potent greenhouse
gas. According to the Department of Science and Technology – Food and Nutrition Research Institute
(DOST-FNRI) 1,717 metric tons of food are wasted every day in the Philippines and this wastage adds
to the growing hunger in the country. Thus, this products can address the growing population and the
increased food loss and wastage.

Due to this, BioBlaze-X products aims to aid every household in different areas in Philippines
to have access to safe, sustainable and eco-friendly gas and fertilizer that can be used everyday. This
will help them to reduce the food waste that causes destruction to our health and ecosystem. Also to our
crops, it can help to give organic fertilizers that can cultivate and give more nutrients to the soil and
plants.

BioBlaze-X products are a sustainable and eco-friendly solution for renewable energy needs.
These products are made from organic waste materials, such as agricultural residues, food waste, and
animal manure, which are converted into biogas through a natural process called anaerobic digestion.
BioBlaze-X products can include biogas tank (BioBlaze-X gas tank) , biogas canister (BioBlaze-X
Canister) , and organic fertilizers (BioBlaze-X Fertilizer). Biogas tank and biogas canister can emitting
biogas that can be used for a variety of purposes, such as cooking, heating, and electricity generation.
They come in various sizes and shapes, depending on the amount and kilograms. BioBlaze-X products
offer numerous benefits. They provide a reliable source of renewable energy, reduce greenhouse gas
emissions by converting waste into useful energy, and can save money on energy bills. They also have
the added benefit of reducing waste disposal costs, as the organic waste materials are put to good use.
Overall, biogas products offer an environmentally friendly, cost-effective, and sustainable solution for
energy needs, making them an attractive option for households, businesses, and communities alike.

The price of the BioBalzeX product will also vary depending on the liter size. The price will
range between 78 Pesos for 250g in BioBlaze-X Canister and 625 Pesos for 11kg of BioBlaze-X gas
tank making it more affordable than other products such as butane canisters and liquefied petroleum
gas (lpg). Anaerobic digestion byproducts can be converted into organic fertilizers and sold to local
farmers for 500 Pesos per sack in the market.

With a goal to answer the question, ‘is it safe to use BioBlaze-X products?. BioBlaze-X
products followed the proper procedure in producing, storing and proper use of biogas generally
considered safe to use. It comes with a guidelines and safety precautions that are important to follow
by the consumers when handling biogas to minimize any potential risks.

III. MARKET PLAN

A. Research and analysis

Food waste management (FWM) is considered to be an extremely important social issue
besides an environmental one. Worldwide, it is estimated that 1.3 billion t/year of foods are
disposed of in landfills (including edible and inedible foods). Due to rapid urbanization and
population growth, there is also increasing concern over the high production rate of organic waste.
Among the renewable energy available, biogas is of great interest due to its ability to treat organic
waste and generate power addressing both concerns simultaneously. Since organic wastes are
always available and unavoidable too, anaerobic digestion provides an efficient means of
converting organic waste to profitable resources. Anaerobic digestion is one of the main waste-to-
energy technologies in reducing the volume of biodegradable waste into energy-rich biogas.
Anaerobic digestion applied to the organic waste produced in urban environments could provide a
critical solution to growing garbage problems while simultaneously reducing external energy
requirements. It is proved that biogas can be compressed, stored in LPG cylinder and made
transportable. To make biogas suitable for cooking application it is compressed up to 4 bar after
purification, moisture removal and filled in LPG cylinder. The length of time that 11kg of biogas
can be used depends on the rate of consumption and the efficiency of the biogas appliance being
used.

Biogas consumption is typically measured in terms of the gas flow rate, which is usually
expressed in cubic meters per hour (m³/h) or cubic feet per minute (CFM). The gas flow rate will
 depend on the size and type of the biogas appliance being used, as well as the level of demand or
usage. Assuming an average consumption rate of 0.2 cubic meters per hour, 11kg of biogas could
potentially last for around 55 hours of continuous usage. However, this is just an estimate and the
actual length of time will depend on a number of factors, including the type and efficiency of the
biogas appliance, as well as the level of demand or usage. The target market for biogas products
can vary depending on the specific product and its intended use. Here are a few potential target
markets for biogas products:

Residential Customers: Homeowners who are interested in using renewable energy sources
to power their homes may be interested in biogas products such as biogas stoves or biogas
generators.

Commercial and Industrial Customers: Businesses and industries that consume large
amounts of energy may be interested in using biogas as a fuel source to power their operations.

Agricultural Sector: Farmers can use biogas products such as biogas digesters to turn their
organic waste into renewable energy. This can help reduce waste and provide a reliable source of
energy for the farm.

Government Agencies: Governments can promote the use of biogas products as part of their
renewable energy policies and initiatives.

B. Strategy

 Product strategy

BioBlaze-X products will provide a sustainable, safe and eco-friendly methane gas and fertilizer
products in every part of the country . The product is beneficial to customers because it absolutely
making the food waste into methane gas and fertilizer free from chemicals since the process being use
is good for the ecosystem. It goes with the natural process of making the methane and fertilizer . The
product is also very practical and convenient to use because it has already a container. BioBlaze-X is a
product that generates significant environmental, economic, and social benefits by utilizing methane
gas from food waste. It has the potential to be a solution to the problem of food waste, which has a
negative impact on our health and the environment, as well as an alternative fuel gas substitute due to
petroleum gas inflation. We can create a more sustainable and resilient future for ourselves and future
generations by reducing waste, generating renewable energy, and mitigating climate change. Methane
production from food waste is a sustainable and economically viable solution for organic waste
management. It is already in use in countries such as the United States, Germany, and Italy. Social
media will be the primary means of promoting the product; however, it is also vital to personally
introduce the product so that the product presenter can answer any questions the target market may
have. In that case, the health unit and non-governmental organizations will be in charge of handling the
situation and assisting with action. It will also be available at the product's own website and will be
promoted through different social media platforms.

 Pricing strategy
 It is packaged in a cylinder similar to butane canisters and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tanks
used in cooking, but it is made from waste food gas. The BioBalzeX product's price will also vary
depending on the liter size. The price ranges from 78 pesos for a 250-gram BioBlaze-X canister to 625
pesos for an 11-gram BioBlaze-X gas tank, which is less expensive than butane canisters and liquefied
petroleum gas (LPG). Anaerobic digestion byproducts can be converted into organic fertilizers and sold
to local farmers in the market for 500 pesos per 50 kg sack. If a customer purchases one set of
BioBlaze-X canisters consisting of three cans, they will receive two free. For the BioBlaze-X gas tank,
there is a 20% discount in the first year to gain customer loyalty if they are satisfied with our products,
so even if we remove the discount, they will still buy the BioBlaze-X gas tank. When selling BioBlaze-
X fertilizer, the same thing will happen.

 Distribution strategy
The BioBlaze-X products will be available for orders online and will be delivered by its
logistic partners. It will also be available in any chosen branches of hardware shops in the
Philippines. The team will top and negotiate to offer the product to health unit, Department of
Science and Technology, Department of Agriculture, Department of Health, and Non-government-
organizations of the Philippines that would address certain issues in using a BioBlaze-X products
for rural and urban areas in Philippines. To avoid a possible harmful effects of improper usage and
storage of the consumer that may cause BioBlaze-X products to be dangerous.

 Promotion strategy
To establish an advertising approach for a particular sale, the team will explain how useful,
vital, and important the product will be in their lives. And, because the product's main target market is
those who live in rural and urban areas, the team will promote the product in a traditional manner. One
way for the product to reach them is to distribute flyers and promote it personally. Although social
media will be one of the primary means of promoting the product, it is also critical to personally
introduce the product so that the presenter of the product can answer any questions the target market
may have. In that case, the health unit and NGO's will handle and assist in taking that action.

The key to a successful promotion strategy for a biogas product is to educate the audience about
the benefits of biogas and make the product easy to understand and use. By using a combination of
social media, content marketing, influencer marketing, events, email marketing, and partnerships, it can
reach a wider audience and grow the customer base. Social media platforms such as Facebook,
Twitter, and Instagram are great for promoting biogas products. The team will create posts, images, and
videos that explain the benefits of biogas and showcase the BioBlaze-X product. The team also create
ads that target people who are interested in renewable energy, sustainable living, or environmental
issues. Content marketing involves creating blog posts, articles, and other types of content that educate
people about biogas and our product. The team can publish this content on our website or on other
websites that cater to the target audience. We can also create videos, infographics, and other visual
content to make our message more engaging. Wan can partner with other businesses or organizations in
our industry to promote the biogas product. For example, we will collaborate with a waste
management company to promote the benefits of biogas production and offer our product as a
solution.

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