South Africa - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

TK Bio-Diesel Biorefineries with it's (CO) FREE Biofuels, made from used cooking oil or Microalgae, is the right bridging fuel this planet needs in order to make that smooth transition from crude oil to a more affordable, eco-friendly & renewable source.

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

TK Bio-Diesel is renewable diesel fuel that's made from 10liters of used cooking oil or 17.3kg of Microalgae, 2liters of methyl alcohol, 3liters of water for washing off excess glycerin & 50grams of sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide. Biorefines 8liters of a (CO) FREE TK Biodiesel & 6liters of Glycerin byproduct. TK Bio-Diesel is a renewable form of energy, since it can be biorefined from used cooking oil sourced at a very low price from local booming SMME in Food & Bev businesses. RECYCLING. TK Bio-Diesel can also be biorefined from carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids/natural oils contained in a form of triacylglycerol found within Microalgae structure. Microalgae can be farmed anywhere in any country around Africa & the world, at almost any weather and temperature. Microalgae can also be used as an essential part of waste water treatment cycle to produce oxygen that allows aerobic bacteria to breakdown organic impurities in the water & taking up excess nitrogen & phosphorus.

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

1) Global Warming- Reducing the Carbon Monoxide footprint onto the atmosphere in-turn slows down Climate Change & Acid Rain. 2) Job Creation- TK Bio-Diesel can be easily and locally Biorefined since no sophisticated machines a needed for a prototype. 3) Reduce Land Exploitation- Algae can be farmed in vertically erected hydroponic plants or in hydroponic plastic bag plants strategically stacked onto each other. saving the land for other uses like crop farming 4) Recycling- TK BB biorefined from used cooking oil collected from Eatery businesses at a very low price per liter. 5)Solar Powered Waste Water Treatment Through the Hydroponic Microalgae Farming Life Cycle- Completion of TK Biomass (Microalgae) farm cycle as an essential part of waste water treatment cycle. 6) Cheaper Alternative Energy-Since no sophisticated machines are needed for TK Bio-Diesel mass biorefined diesel for commercial market is cheaper to the consumers compared to crude oil refined.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your project intends to provide (at least 3).

1) Global Warming-TK Bio-Diesel combustion results in lower emissions of carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbon (HC) and particulate matter (PM), since (CO) is the number one leading cause of global warming. 2) Job Creation- TK Bio-Diesel Biorefined through plant oil (used cooking oil) biorefines glycerin as a byproduct. Which can be harvested, cultivated and introduced into the mainstream market as a skin care product. 3) Solar Powered Waste Water Treatment Through the Hydroponic Microalgae Farming Life Cycle- Completion of TK Biomass (Microalgae) farm cycle as an essential part of waste water treatment life cycle.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your project is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

Primarily this project is aimed at all Diesel users and energy distribution companies as a cheaper alternative sources of Bio-Diesel fuel. The Bio-Diesel users will benefit financially since it is relatively cheap to be mass biorefined & distributed for the mainstream market. Also, the whole world will benefit indirectly from the reduction of carbon monoxide footprint, since (CO) is the number one leading cause of global warming. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a byproduct from combustion of fossil refined diesel.

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2018-05-15

01.06 How many other partners are associated with your business venture?

0

01.07 Among the other partners, how many are female?

0

01.08 Please describe the profile of each of the other partners (skills, experience, etc.)

NA

01.09 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tshepo-kgame-9b2732264/#:~:text=www.linkedin.com/in/tshepo%2Dkgame%2D9b2732264

01.10 Which industry best describes your project?

a) Energy (equipment, services, sustainable energy and fuel)

02.01.01 My project contributes to the No poverty goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

1) Job Creation- TK Bio-Diesel can be easily & locally Biorefined since no sophisticated machines a needed for a prototype. TK BB biorefines glycerin as a byproduct which can be marketed and distributed as skin care product 2) Reduce Land Exploitation- Microalgae can be farmed in vertically erected hydroponic plant or in hydroponic plastic bag plants stacked onto each other. saving the land for other uses like crop farming. 3) Recycling- TK Bio-diesel can be Biorefined from used cooking oil collected from the Food & Bev sector at a very low price per liter. 4)Solar Powered Waste Water Treatment & Hydroponic Microalgae Farming cycle- Completion of TK Biomass (Microalgae) farming as an essential part of waste water treatment cycle. 5) Alternative Energy- TK BB cycle is relatively cheap to be biorefined Since, no sophisticated machines are needed, TK Bio-Diesel, mass biorefined for commercial market is cheaper to the consumers compared to crude oil refined.

02.02.01 My project contributes to the Zero hunger goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification

1) Job Creation- TK Bio-Diesel can be easily and locally refined, since no sophisticated machines a needed for a prototype. TK Biodiesel Biorefinery biorefines another byproduct, glycerin for skin care purposes. which can be marketed. 2) Reduce Land Exploitation- Algae can be farmed in vertically erected hydroponic plants or in hydronic plastic bag plants stacked onto each other. saving the land for other uses like crop farming. 3) Recycling- TK Bio-diesel can be refined from used cooking oil collected from Eatery businesses at a very low price per liter. 4)Solar Powered Waste Water Treatment Through Hydroponic Microalgae Farming Cycle- Completion of TK Biomass (Microalgae) farming as an essential part of a waste water treatment cycle 5) Alternative Energy- TK BB is relatively cheap since no sophisticated machines are needed for biorefinery process, TK Bio-Diesel, mass biorefined for commercial market is cheaper to the consumer's pockets compared to crude oil refined

02.03.01 My project contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification

1) Global Warming- TK Bio-Diesel reducing the Carbon Monoxide foot print onto the atmosphere in-turn slows down Climate Change.-TK Bio-Diesel combustion results in lower emissions of particulate matter, carbon monoxide (CO), and hydrocarbon (HC). 2) Recycling- TK Bio-diesel can be Biorefined from used cooking oil & or animal fat collected from Food & Bev sector at a very cheap price per liter. 3)Solar Powered Microalgae Hydroponic Farming Through Waste Water Treatment Cycle-Completion of TK Biomass farm Cycle through Waste Water Treatment. Chlorella vulgaris, Scenedesmus, Dunaliella salina, oceanica, Botryococcus, Desmodesmus, Neochloris & Tetraselmis being the primary microalgae farmed as an essential part of waste water treatment cycle. 3.1)Microalgae can also be used in water treatment plants as part of waste water treatment cycle to produce oxygen that allows aerobic bacteria to breakdown organic contaminants in the water and taking up excess nitrogen & phosphorus in the process.

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

TK Bio-diesel Biorefineries always supports & encourages the study and research of all form of renewable, alternative, eco-friendly, affordable source of energy across all economic spectrum and gender, religion or race. TK Bio-Diesel biorefineries, along with TK Renewable Energy Farms don't support, encourage or entertain nepotism, racism or gender inequality at any form or level.

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

TK Bio-Diesel Biorefineries is always open to hiring, working with and supporting all types of Genders, Religion & Race, individuals who are enthusiastic and passionate about the field of renewable energy, including women and the LGBTQIA+ community in order to promote inclusive diversity purposes, open mindfulness, positive energy and a positive demeanor within the TK Bio-Diesel Biorefineries & TK Eco-friendly Renewable Energy Farm family.

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

1)Solar Powered Hydroponic Microalgae Farming Through Waste Water Treatment Cycle-Completion of TK Biomass (Microalgae) farm Cycle & waste water treatment life cycle. Chlorella vulgaris, Scenedesmus, Dunaliella salina, oceanica, Botryococcus, Desmodesmus, Neochloris & Tetraselmis being the primary microalgae farmed as an essential part of waste water treatment cycle. 3.1)Microalgae can also be used in water treatment plants as part of waste water treatment cycle to produce oxygen that allows aerobic bacteria to breakdown organic contaminants in the water and taking up excess nitrogen and phosphorus in the process. -Microalgae as a plant can also be used in water treatment plants for water treatment purposes to produce oxygen that allows aerobic bacteria to breakdown organic contaminants in the water and taking up excess nitrogen & phosphorus in the process. 2)reduces wastewater by 79% and hazardous waste by 96%

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

1) Global Warming- Combustion results of a TK Bio-Diesel Biorefined from Microalgae & or used cooking oil & or animal fat is lower in exhaust emissions of hydrocarbon (HC), particulate matter (PM) & carbon monoxide (CO), since (CO) is the number one leading cause of global warming. 2) Recycling- TK Bio-diesel can be biorefined from used cooking oil and or animal fat collected from local Food & Bev businesses at a very cheap price per liter. 3) Cheaper Alternative Energy- Bio-Diesel is relatively cheap to be mass Biorefined and Distributed to the mainstream market compared to crude oil mining processes followed by diesel refinery processes. Since no sophisticated machines are needed, TK Bio-Diesel Biorefineries, mass biorefined for commercial market is cheaper to the consumer's pockets compared to crude oil refined fuel.

02.08.01 My project contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

7 - Strongly Agree

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification

1) Job Creation- TK Bio-Diesel can be easily, at a very low cost, locally biorefined since no sophisticated machines a needed for a biorefined prototype. 2) Recycling- TK Bio-diesel can be biorefined from used cooking oil and or animal fat collected from local eatery businesses at a very low price per liter. 3) TK Bio-Diesel Biorefineries biorefines another byproduct, glycerin for skin care purposes. which can be introduced into the mainstream commercial market. 3.1) Microalgae can be grown and farmed anywhere in any country across Africa and the world in almost any confined spaces, at almost any weather and temperature.

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

1) Reduce Land Exploitation- Microalgae can be farmed in vertically erected hydroponic plants up to the sky or in hydroponic plastic bag plants stacked onto each other. saving the land for other uses like crop farming. 2) Recycling- TK Bio-diesel can be biorefined from used cooking oil and or animal fat collected from local eatery businesses at a very cheap price per liter. 3)Solar Powered Waste Water Treatment Through Hydroponic Microalgae Farming- Completion of TK Biomass (Microalgae) farming cycle as an essential part of waste water treatment life cycle. 3.1)Microalgae as a plant produces oxygen that allows aerobic bacteria to breakdown organic contaminants in the water and taking up excess nitrogen and phosphorus in the process.

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

1) TK Bio-diesel Biorefineries always supports & encourages the study and research of all form of renewable, alternative, eco-friendly, affordable source of energy across all economic spectrum and gender religion or race. 2)TK Bio-Diesel Biorefineries does not support, encourage or entertain nepotism, racism or gender inequality at any form or level. 3) TK Bio-Diesel Biorefineries is always open to hiring and supporting all types of Genders & Race, individuals who and enthusiastic and passionate about the field of renewable energy, including women and the LGBTQIA+ community for equal and fare diversity purposes across all production levels within the TK Bio-Diesel Biorefineries & TK Eco-Friendly, Renewable Energy Farm family.

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

6

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

1) Global Warming- TK Bio-Diesel reduces the Carbon Monoxide foot print onto the atmosphere in-turn slows down Climate Change.-TK Bio-Diesel combustion results in lower emissions of carbon monoxide (CO), and hydrocarbon (HC). 2) Reduce Land Exploitation- Microalgae can be farmed in vertically erected hydroponic plants or in hydroponic plastic bag plants stacked onto each other. saving the land for other uses like crop farming. 3) Recycling- TK Bio-diesel can be Biorefined from used cooking oil & or animal fat collected from local Hospitality sector at a very cheap price per liter. 4) Solar Powered Waste Water Treatment Through Hydroponic Microalgae Farming- Completion TK Biomass (Microalgae) farming being an essential part of the waste water treatment life cycle. 4.1) Microalgae can be farmed in vertically erected hydroponic plastic tube structures or in hydroponic plastic bag plant structures strategically stacked onto each other. saving the land for other uses like crop farming

02.12.01 My project contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification

1) Global Warming-TK Bio-Diesel reduces the Carbon Monoxide foot print onto the atmosphere in-turn slows down Climate Change.-TK Bio-Diesel combustion results in lower emissions of carbon monoxide (CO), and hydrocarbon (HC). 2) Reduce Land Exploitation- Microalgae can be grown farmed in vertically erected hydroponic plants up to the sky or in hydroponic plastic bag plants stacked onto each other. saving the land for other uses like crop farming. 3) Recycling- TK Bio-diesel can be Biorefined from used cooking oil & or animal fat collected from local eatery businesses at a very cheap price per liter. 4) Solar Powered Hydroponic Microalgae Farming through the Waste Water Treatment Life Cycle- Completion of TK Biomass( microalgae) farming being an essential part of the waste water treatment cycle . 4.1) Algae can be farmed in vertically erected hydroponic plants or in hydroponic plastic bag plants strategically stacked onto each other. saving the land for other uses like crop farming.

02.13.01 My project contributes to the Climate action goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

1) Global Warming-TK Bio-Diesel reduces the Carbon Monoxide foot print onto the atmosphere in-turn slows down Climate Change.-TK Bio-Diesel combustion results in lower emissions of particulate matter (PM), carbon monoxide (CO), and hydrocarbon (HC). 2) Reduce Land Exploitation- Microalgae can be farmed in vertically erected hydroponic plants up to the sky or in hydroponic plastic bag plants stacked onto each other. saving the land for other uses like crop farming. 3) Recycling- TK Bio-diesel can be Biorefined from used cooking oil & or animal fat collected from local eatery businesses at a very cheap price per liter. 4)Solar Powered Water Treatment Through Hydroponic Microalgae Farming- Completion of TK Biomass (Microalgae) as an essential part of the waste water treatment life cycle. 4.1) Microalgae can be farmed in vertically erected hydroponic plants up to the sky or in hydroponic plastic bag plants stacked onto each other. saving the land for other uses like crop farming.

02.14.01 My project contributes to the Life below water goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification

1) Global Warming & Acid Rain 1.1)TK Bio-Diesel emissions contain virtually no sulfur oxides or sulfates, which are major components of acid rain. Markedly reduces emissions when compared to diesel refined from crude oil. 1.2)TK Bio-Diesel combustion results in lower emissions of particulate matter, carbon monoxide & hydrocarbon. 2) Recycling- TK Bio-Diesel Biorefined from used cooking oil & or animal fat collected from local eatery businesses at a very cheap price per liter. 3)Waste Water Treatment Through Hydroponic Microalgae Farming- Completion of TK Biomass (Microalgae) farm cycle being an essential part of the waste water treatment life cycle.

02.15.01 My project contributes to the Life on land goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

1) Global Warming- Reducing the Carbon Monoxide foot print onto the atmosphere in-turn slows down Climate Change. 1.1)TK Bio-Diesel combustion results in lower emissions of carbon monoxide (CO), and hydrocarbon (HC 2) Reduce Land Exploitation- Algae can be farmed in vertically erected hydroponic water treatment plants up to the sky or in hydroponic plastic bag plants stacked onto each other. saving the land for other uses like crop farming. 3) Recycling- TK Bio-diesel Biorefined from used cooking oil & or animal fat collected from eatery businesses at a very cheap price per liter. 4)Waste Water Treatment Through Hydroponic Microalgae Farming- Completion of TK Biomass life Cycle as an essential part of waste water treatment. 5) Noise Pollution Free Alternative Energy- TK Bio-Diesel Biorefinery relatively makes no noise during and after the biorefinery process since no sophisticated & noisy machines are needed, compared to crude oil mining processes followed by diesel refinery procedure.

02.16.01 My project contributes to the Peace justice and strong institutions goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.16.02 Peace justice and strong institutions - Justification

TK Bio-Diesel Biorefineries is aware of the relationship between poverty, war & injustice system fueled by food insecurity. There-for TK Bio-Diesel Biorefineries is mindful of Climate changes affecting the rates of soil erosion. This is because: reduced rainfall may lead to drier top-soil and reduce soil structure, GIVING BIRTH FROM LOCAL TO GLOBAL FOOD-INSECURITY, INJUSTICE & LATER, CIVIL WAR. -TK Bio-Diesel combustion results in lower emissions of acid rain, carbon monoxide, and hydrocarbon, since (CO) is the number one leading cause of global warming.

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

TK Bio-Diesel Biorefineries is always open to hiring, working with and supporting all types of Genders, Religion & Race, individuals who are enthusiastic and passionate about the field of renewable energy, including women and the LGBTQIA+ community in order to promote inclusive diversity purposes within the TK BB & TK Eco-Friendly Renewable Energy Farm Family.

05.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.02 The product/service we envision creating represents an entirely new type of product/service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.03 The product/service we envision creating could be described as a new technology.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.04 The product/service we envision creating is an improvement on an existing product or service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.05 The product/service we envision creating could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.06 The product/service we envision creating responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.07 The product/service we envision creating is a new version of an old product/service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.08 Justification

TK Bio-Diesel is a modified eco-friendly, low price fuel mainly used as a fuel in compression ignition engines. It is biorefined from plant oil (used cooking oil) or animal fat. It is gaining worldwide popularity because it is a renewable, non-toxic, biodegradable, less-flammable fuel and reduced engine knock or detonation during combustion of fuel in the diesel engine.

05.09 Who are your main potential competitors and what makes you stand out from them?

Nuclear energy (Nuclear fishing), Solar & wind Powered Power Plants are some of TK Bio-Diesel's competitors in the eco-friendly, renewable & affordability energy production sector. Of which Unlike other renewable energy sources, TK biomass can be converted directly into liquid fuels, called " TK Bio-Fuel," to help meet transportation fuel needs. TK Bio-Diesel stands out from the rest.

10.06 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?

Yes I helped establish, ran and manage our neighborhood mini grocery store called Bon-Bon in Dobsonville Soweto, South of Joburg since 2018 till present Date. where we've managed to hire 3 staff since 2018 of which 2 of the new staff are women, 1 in sales department and the other in the store management department. for promotion of Gender Equality within the workspace.