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Phytotechnology with Biomass Production : Sustainable Management of Contaminated Sites
The Open Access version of this book, available at https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/edit/10.1201/9781003082613, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license. This book explains the concept of using phytotechnology with biomass production to improve soil quality and restore contaminated sites to a useful state that has economic and social value.Phytotechnology with Biomass Production: Sustainable Management of Contaminated Sites focuses on the application of second-generation biofuel crops, primarily Miscanthus, to slightly contaminated or marginal postmilitary and postmining soils.Based on recent and ongoing research from the United States, Ukraine, the Czech Republic, and Germany, along with case studies from other countries, this is the first comprehensive book on using phytotechnology with biomass production at contaminated sites at a global level. FEATURES Focuses on an important topic of a growing global activity: soil improvement through biomass production Includes case studies and success stories from different countries on application of Miscanthus phytotechnology to sites differently contaminated by trace elements, pesticides, and petroleum products Discusses the peculiarities of Miscanthus production on postmilitary and postmining contaminated lands and the impact of plant growth regulators, soil amendments, fertilizers, and biochar to the process Introduces soil fauna as indicators of soil health during Miscanthus phytotechnology application Presents Miscanthus value chain associated with the processing of Miscanthus biomass to different bioproductsWhile written primarily for faculty, students, research scientists, environmental and agricultural professionals, gardeners, farmers, landowners, and government officials, this book has value for all who are working on phytotechnology projects and phytomining to reduce risk and/or improve soil quality at contaminated sites.Phytotechnology with Biomass Production: Sustainable Management of Contaminated Sites is also a great new resource for those who are new to the topic and want to learn to apply phytotechnologies and biomass production with further conversion into energy and bioproducts.
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Biomass, Bioproducts and Biofuels
Due to its depletion and the environmental damage it causes, hydrocarbons are being replaced by energy from renewable sources.One such form of energy source is Biomass. Biomass is a renewable raw material generated by living organisms and found in agricultural waste in large quantities.The three main components of biomass are cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin.The first two components are sugar polymers, being cellulosic ethanol a desirable goal for converting those.The truth is that the production of cellulosic ethanol has never passed the pilot unit phase, due to the lack of economic competitiveness.New ways must be found to make this viable. From the latest finding of the biomass structure, new biomass processing pathways are being advanced, constituting new biorefinery models, which will make it possible to obtain cellulosic ethanol concomitant with the production of different bioproducts such as xylitol, oligosaccharides, antioxidants and analogues to carbon fiber, etc.Lipid rich biomass is the source of foods oils. With population growth, the amounts of waste volume will increase.It is important to improve the processes of valorization of these residues, through their conversion into alcoholic esters of fatty acids, which can be used as fuel or in other domestic and industrial applications. This volume reviews advances and innovative applications in this field.It will encourage the use of new works and even unpublished works to use biomass or its components for the production of bioproducts and biofuels.
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Biotechnological Applications of Biomass
Biotechnological Applications of Biomass provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the art of biomass utilization in agriculture and pharmaceuticals.The information contained herein is useful to researchers and other readers interested in biomass utilization and production of bioproducts.
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What is biomass and what does biomass production mean?
Biomass refers to organic materials that come from plants and animals, such as wood, crops, and agricultural residues. Biomass production involves growing and harvesting these organic materials to be used as a renewable energy source. This process can include cultivating energy crops, collecting agricultural waste, or using byproducts from forestry and other industries to generate heat, electricity, or biofuels. Biomass production is considered a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels because it can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote energy independence.
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Is Bavaria actually leading in renewable energy with hydropower and biomass?
Bavaria is indeed a leader in renewable energy, particularly in the areas of hydropower and biomass. The region has a significant number of hydropower plants, which contribute to its renewable energy production. Additionally, Bavaria has made significant investments in biomass energy, utilizing organic materials to generate power. These efforts have helped Bavaria to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and make significant strides towards a more sustainable energy future.
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Which topic concerns biomass?
Biomass concerns the use of organic materials, such as wood, agricultural residues, and waste, to produce energy. It involves the conversion of these materials into biofuels, such as ethanol and biodiesel, as well as the direct combustion of biomass to generate heat and electricity. Biomass is a renewable and sustainable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels.
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Do you think biomass, especially wood, should be considered a renewable energy source?
Yes, biomass, especially wood, can be considered a renewable energy source as long as it is managed sustainably. Trees can be replanted to replace the ones that are harvested for energy production, ensuring a continuous supply. However, it is important to carefully monitor and regulate the harvesting of wood to prevent deforestation and ensure the long-term sustainability of this energy source. Additionally, using wood for energy production can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuels, making it a more environmentally friendly option.
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Woody Biomass for Bioenergy Production
Woody biomass is most widely used for energy production. In the United States, roughly 2% of the energy consumed annually is generated from wood and wood-derived fuels. Woody biomass needs to be preprocessed and pretreated before it is used for energy production. Preprocessing and pretreatments improve the physical, chemical, and rheological properties, making them more suitable for feeding, handling, storage transportation, and conversion. Mechanical preprocessing technologies such as size reduction and densification, help improve particle size distribution and density. Thermal pretreatment can reduce grinding energy and torrefied ground biomass has improved sphericity, particle surface area, and particle size distribution. This book focuses on several specific topics, such as understanding how forest biomass for biofuels impacts greenhouse gas emissions; mechanical preprocessing, such as densification of forest residue biomass, to improve physical properties such as size, shape, and density; the impact of thermal pretreatment temperatures on woody biomass chemical composition, physical properties, and microstructure for thermochemical conversions such as pyrolysis and gasification; the grindability of torrefied pellets; use of wood for gasification and as a filter for tar removal; and understanding the pyrolysis kinetics of biomass using thermogravimetric analyzers.
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Introduction to Biomass Energy Conversions
Introduction to Biomass Energy Conversions explores biomass energy conversions and characterization using practical examples and real-world scenarios.It begins with biomass resource estimation and extends to commercialization pathways for economical biomass conversion into high-value materials, chemicals, and fuels. With extended discussions of new sustainability issues in biofuels production, such as carbon capture and sequestration, the second edition has been updated with carbon footprint work life cycle analysis, the growing circular economy, and newer research directions of biomass resources, such as graphene production from biochar.This book covers thermo-chemical conversion processes, including torrefaction, pyrolysis, gasification and advanced gasification, biomass liquefaction, and combustion. This book is intended for senior undergraduate students taking Renewable Energy Conversions, Bio Energy, Biomass Energy, Introduction to Biofuels, and Sustainability Engineering courses. This book also features end-of-chapter problems, exercises, and case studies with a Solutions Manual available for instructors. The eBook+ version includes the following digital enhancements: Audio player.Students can listen to an audio overview at the start of each chapter. Pop-ups. Students can hover over important technical terms and keywords to instantly view definitions and actual images such as of biomass materials, products, equipment and pilot facilities. Problem-solving and objective type questions. Over 450 questions are included. Multiple choice quiz items, with answers and solutions, are provided at the end of each chapter.These quizzes are carefully designed to satisfy all the key learning objectives for each chapter.Indices for commonly used units and conversions, and glossary of terms used in biomass conversion systems, are provided to aid the students in problem solving. Case studies. Students will tackle case studies on bioenergy techno-economics and feasibility, particularly for biodiesel, bioethanol, and biogas productions, as well as pyrolysis and gasification systems.MS Excel templates are provided to conduct economic sensitivity analysis for each project.Included in the case study package are short videos to guide the students on how to navigate through each case study project.
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Biotechnology for Waste Biomass Utilization
This volume focuses on how waste biomass can be transformed into useful biomaterials, food and feed, fuel, and chemicals by using various processes such as chemical, physical, thermal, biological, and biotechnological procedures. Biomass from biowastes, such as agriculture crop residues, wood processing residues, forest residues, food waste, industrial waste, and municipal solid waste, have emerged as potential substrates for bioenergy production.This volume explores the key features of biotechnology for waste biomass utilization, presenting scientific and technical literature on sustainable waste biomass management as well as for biomass conversion for biofuels, chemicals, and other new commercial products.It discusses a variety of novel biotechnical applications and interventions, including microbial fermentation and anaerobic digestion, biotechnological modes of xylooligosaccharides production, multifaceted utilization of microalgal biomass, vermiculture and vermicomposting, and more. Key features:Provides the most recent information about waste biomass utilization for the production of biofuels and biochemicalsShows a wide range of novel technologies in the field of biotechnology towards waste biomass utilizationFocuses on the utilization of microbial resources for waste biomass conversion into value-added productsExplores methods for food wastes and crop wastes conversion into biofuels and biochemicalsProvides the scientific information describing various examples and case studies which aid gaining knowledge to researchers and academiciansWith chapters from eminent researchers who have significant global experience in the field of waste biomass management, this volume delivers a wealth of valuable information for researchers involved in bioenergy utilization.It will also be an essential source for academicians, researchers, economists, policymakers, and policy analysts.
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Biomass Conversion through Nanomaterials : Green Sustainable Process for Chemical and Environmental Engineering and Science (GSPCEES)
Biomass Conversion Through Nanomaterials presents the catalytic processing of biomass to produce fuels as well as chemicals.The book employs diverse monomers including glucose/fructose as well as polymers such as starch/cellulose in various catalytic processes.It shows that nanomaterials with porous structures, with increased surface areas, and acidity strengthen the catalytic roles and also that numerous additional nanomaterial with comparable qualities, such as those based on carbon, resins, metal oxides, zeolites, silica, organic polymers, and many others, enhance the bioconversion processes of biomass.The book also highlights the importance of nanotechnology in the emergence of successful biomass for producing high-quality bioenergy and thoroughly covers varied bioenergy applications using nanomaterials.It highlights the possibility that enabling biomass through nanomaterials improves the effectiveness of various bioenergy sources, such as biofuels and microbial fuel cells.After reading the book, you will gain a better understanding of biomass conversion using nanomaterials, its associated technologies, and its various applications.
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Is glucose converted into biomass?
Yes, glucose is converted into biomass through a process called biosynthesis. During biosynthesis, glucose is used as a source of carbon and energy to build complex molecules such as proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids that make up biomass. This conversion process is essential for the growth and reproduction of living organisms, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.
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What is a biomass pyramid?
A biomass pyramid is a graphical representation of the total amount of living organic matter at each trophic level in an ecosystem. It shows the relative amount of biomass (or energy) present at each level, with producers at the base and top-level consumers at the apex. The pyramid typically narrows as it goes up, reflecting the decrease in biomass and energy transfer as you move up the food chain. This visual representation helps to illustrate the flow of energy through an ecosystem and the relative importance of different trophic levels.
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Do you think biomass, especially wood, should be considered as a renewable energy source?
Yes, biomass, especially wood, should be considered as a renewable energy source. Wood is renewable because trees can be replanted and grown to replace the ones that are harvested for energy production. Additionally, using wood for energy can help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and decrease greenhouse gas emissions. However, it is important to ensure that wood is harvested sustainably and that the overall impact on ecosystems and biodiversity is carefully managed.
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Can someone explain the biomass pyramid to me?
The biomass pyramid is a graphical representation of the amount of biomass (organic matter) at each trophic level in an ecosystem. It is typically divided into three levels: producers (such as plants), primary consumers (herbivores), and secondary consumers (carnivores). The pyramid shape represents the decreasing amount of biomass as you move up the trophic levels, with producers having the most biomass and top predators having the least. This pyramid illustrates the concept of energy transfer and the inefficiency of energy transfer between trophic levels in an ecosystem.
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