Biomass Waste Valorization: Technological, Economic and Environmental Challenges
摘要
This chapter explores the multifaceted realm of biomass waste valorization, highlighting significant technological, economic, and environmental challenges and future prospects. It delves into the latest advancements in biomass conversion technologies, including enzymatic hydrolysis, gasification, and the integration of biorefineries. Economic considerations discuss the viability of these technologies against traditional fossil-based processes, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and market demands. Environmental challenges focus on the sustainable management of by-products and emissions, ensuring minimal impact on local ecosystems. The chapter concludes by envisioning transformative scenarios that could revolutionize biomass valorization, integrating it within a circular economy to foster sustainable development.