Green Chemistry Strategies for the Production of Biofuels and Biochemicals from Biomass
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Green Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2024 | Viewed by 150
Special Issue Editor
Interests: green extraction; alternative solvent; natural products; green chemistry; biomass; biorefinery; bioeconomy; byproduct
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Dear Colleagues,
Global population growth and socio-economic expansion have led to a significant increase in pollution and a rapid depletion of energy resources. The main drivers of the current global energy crisis and environmental degradation are the excessive use of conventional fossil fuels, which greatly contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, global warming, and other adverse climatic effects. Biomass made from organic matter of plant or animal origin present on earth and in the oceans—such as lignocellulose, aquatic biomass, organic waste or by-products from the agri-food industries—is one of the world's most easily accessible, sustainable, and biodegradable bioresources and has been identified as a valuable alternative raw material for the production of a variety of biofuels and biochemicals.
Green chemistry is defined as the concept of developing chemical products and processes that minimize the use and generation of hazardous substances and reduce waste. The application of green chemistry principles in the valorization of biomass is significant and is steadily growing in popularity as a field of research. The incorporation of green chemistry principles in the valorization of biomass has significant potential; industries may utilize it to develop safer biochemicals and biofuels while reducing their environmental impact. Implementing these strategies will facilitate a greener and more sustainable future for the development of biofuels and biochemicals.
Prof. Dr. Maryline Abert-Vian
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- green chemistry
- biomass
- biorefinery
- bioeconomy
- byproduct
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