Lignocellulosic Biorefineries in Europe: Current State and Prospects

Lignocellulosic biorefining processes plant-derived biomass into a range of bio-based products. Currently, more than 40 lignocellulosic biorefineries are operating across Europe. Here, we address the challenges and future opportunities of this nascent industry by elucidating key elements of the bior...

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Published in:Trends in biotechnology (Regular ed.) 2019-03, Vol.37 (3), p.231-234
Main Authors: Hassan, Shady S., Williams, Gwilym A., Jaiswal, Amit K.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Agriculture
Alternative energy sources
Biodiesel fuels
bioeconomy
bioenergy
Biomass
Biomedical materials
bioproducts
Biorefineries
biorefinery
Biotechnology - methods
Biotransformation
Costs
Electricity distribution
Ethanol
Europe
Food waste
Lignin - metabolism
Lignocellulose
Logistics
Perceptions
Plants
Product development
Raw materials
Refining
sustainability
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Summary:Lignocellulosic biorefining processes plant-derived biomass into a range of bio-based products. Currently, more than 40 lignocellulosic biorefineries are operating across Europe. Here, we address the challenges and future opportunities of this nascent industry by elucidating key elements of the biorefining sector, including feedstock sourcing, processing methods, and the bioproducts market.
ISSN:0167-7799
1879-3096
DOI:10.1016/j.tibtech.2018.07.002