Carlos Ayvazian is the founder of Wasted Treasures, an organization that offers a cost-effective, eco-friendly heating solution by transforming organic waste into high-calorie biomass products, aiming to address Lebanon’s dual energy and environmental crises. By converting waste into sustainable fuel, the project not only reduces reliance on traditional wood and fossil fuels, but also helps communities lower their heating expenses by up to 60%. Wasted Treasures’ biomass logs and pellets products are produced from organic materials such as olive mill waste and forest prunings. These materials are often underutilized, contributing to environmental hazards like deforestation and wildfires. The organization’s innovative approach not only provides a clean energy alternative, but also promotes responsible waste management, diverting waste from landfills and reducing CO2 emissions. It also engages communities in sustainable practices, creating awareness about waste reuse, circular economies, and the importance of eco-friendly energy solutions.