Inorganic matter and some ash-forming elements of biomass may cause numerous
technological and environmental problems during biomass processing. Therefore, an …

Currently, fossil fuels such as oil, coal and natural gas represent the prime energy sources in
the world. However, it is anticipated that these sources of energy will deplete within the next …

Macroalgae, so-called seaweeds, have recently attracted attention as a possible feedstock
for biorefinery. Since macroalgae contain various carbohydrates (which are distinctively …

The biomethane potential and biodegradability of an array of substrates with highly
heterogeneous characteristics, including mono-and co-digestion samples with dairy …

Terrestrial lignocellulosic biomass has the potential to be a carbon neutral and domestic
source of fuels and chemicals. However, the innate variability of biomass resources, such as …

Increasing global energy demands are leading towards the production of bio-alcohols from
food crops, subsequently posing detrimental consequences in terms of food insecurity …

Biofuels from crops are emerging as a Jekyll & Hyde–promoted by some as a means to
offset fossil fuel emissions, denigrated by others as lacking sustainability and taking land …

As mentioned in several recent reviews, biomass-based furfural is attracting increasing
interest as a feasible alternative for the synthesis of a wide range of non-petroleum-derived …

Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.)—a perennial, warm-season (C4) species—evolved
across North America into multiple, divergent populations. The resulting natural variation …

Bioenergy will be one component of a suite of alternatives to fossil fuels. Effective
conversion of biomass to energy will require the careful pairing of advanced conversion …