| The management of large volumes of agroforestry residues constitutes one of the global environmental challenges today. These residues tend to accumulate in the environment, resulting in water, air and land pollution. In response to rising costs associated with waste disposal and increasing environmental demands, the sustainable conversion of wastes into useful products is becoming increasingly important. In the same vein, the quality and shelf life of tomatoes are compromised within a few days if not properly stored and preserved. Although, a number of researchers have worked extensively on the development of evaporative cooling systems in an effort to tackle this menace, finding durable construction materials remains a challenge. The broad objective... |
