In the last years, bioeconomy has been proposed through the use of renewable biological
resources for conversion into value-added products, such as biofuels, food and feeds, and …

This book provides an overview of the different aspects of microbial bioconversion
methodologies for valorization of underutilized wastes of varied nature. It covers …

Microbial biotechnology is continuously evolving for valorizing waste into biofuels,
biopolymers, biochemicals, and other value-added products. Biofuels and value-added …

The recent growing interest in sustainable and alternative sources of energy and bio-based
products has driven the paradigm shift to an integrated model termed" biorefinery." …

Current fossil-based commercial products pose a serious threat to global reserves of natural
resources and the preservation of the natural environment. During recent decades, great …

Lignocellulose is the most abundant biomass on earth with an annual production of about
2× 10 11 tons. It is an inedible renewable carbonaceous resource that is very rich in pentose …

The major concerns of society at the beginning of the third decade in the 21st century is well
summarised in the 17 goals of the United Nations for Sustainable Development. Several …

Microbes are important for various desired products via bioconversion routes to produce
food, fuel, and feed, which not only include industrially important products but also energy …

Another problem that is substantial and not easy to solve is the supply of lignocellulosic
biomasses that must be in sufficient quantity to feed the plants and guarantee the continuity …

Depletion of easily accessible fossil energy resources, threat of climate change and political
priority to achieve energy self-sufficiency and sustainable solutions prioritize a conscious …