Lignocellulosic biomass valorisation: a review of feedstocks, processes and potential value chains and their implications for the decision-making process

Segers, Britt; Nimmegeers, Philippe; Spiller, Marc; Tofani, Giorgio; Jasiukaitytė-Grojzdek, Edita; Dace, Elina; Kikas, Timo; Marchetti, Jorge M.; Rajić, Milena; Yildiz, Güray; Billen, Pieter

doi:10.1039/d4su00342j

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2024

DOI: 10.1039/d4su00342j

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Lignocellulosic biomass valorisation: a review of feedstocks, processes and potential value chains and their implications for the decision-making process

Britt Segers,

Philippe Nimmegeers,

Marc Spiller

et al.

Abstract: Several studies have reported on the importance of transforming the current fossil-based economy into a bio-economy. Lignocellulosic biomass, as the most abundant renewable feedstock, has a high potential; however, in...

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Exploring Spent Coffee Grounds: Comprehensive Morphological Analysis and Chemical Characterization for Potential Uses

Zuluaga,

Hoyos,

Velásquez-Cock

et al. 2024

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The agroindustry generates substantial quantities of byproducts, particularly in coffee production, which yields significant waste, most notably spent coffee grounds (SCGs). This study explores the potential of SCGs as a versatile resource for applications in both food and nonfood sectors. A comprehensive chemical analysis revealed that SCGs consist of 30.2 wt.% cellulose, 25 wt.% hemicellulose, and 12 wt.% lignin. Morphological characterization was performed using field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM). Additional analyses included attenuated total reflectance Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (ATR-FTIR) and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). ATR-FTIR identified key polysaccharides and oils, whereas TGA offered insights into the thermal degradation behavior of SCGs, confirming the presence of typical plant cell wall components. X-ray diffraction (XRD) patterns revealed low crystallinity, consistent with SCGs’ amorphous structure. Mineral content was assessed using inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectrometry (ICP-AES) and atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS). The results showed that mineral concentrations in SCGs (per 0.01 kg) were within recommended daily intake limits, confirming their safety for potential human consumption. These findings establish SCGs as a valuable lignocellulosic biomass with applications in composite materials. Additionally, it can serve as an organic soil amendment after fermentation to prevent stress on plants. This approach supports effective waste management and advances resource sustainability practices in the agro-industrial sector.

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Exploring Spent Coffee Grounds: Comprehensive Morphological Analysis and Chemical Characterization for Potential Uses

Zuluaga,

Hoyos,

Velásquez-Cock

et al. 2024

Molecules

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Technical, Economic and Environmental Assessment of Xylitol Production in a Biorefinery Platform Toward a Circular Economy

Clauser,

Fit,

Cardozo

et al. 2024

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New biobased processes and products are emerging to replace conventional ones in the search for sustainable development. Xylitol is one of the most commercially valuable products from xylan-rich lignocellulosic biomass. Xylitol has multiple applications in the pharmaceutical, food, nutraceutical, and beverage industries. Recent research focuses on obtaining xylose from low-cost lignocellulosic materials through the biological route, optimizing xylitol conversion, improving byproduct removal, and increasing crystallization speed. The biological route can be an environmentally friendly alternative due to the possibility of lower energy demand and utilizing renewable feedstocks which are key factors to reach sustainability. Several integration strategies are being evaluated and are critical to developing a commercial platform. Process integration can considerably reduce the demand for energy and reagents. Also, the value-added products produced alongside xylitol are crucial, and these products are usually energy generation and bioethanol. Further, new value-added products show promising results and are relevant to improving the economic performance of the processes. The market trends of xylitol are expected to reach close to USD 1.5 billion in 2030. In addition, the improvement needed in the conversion steps and obtained yields, producing commercial-scale xylitol through the biological route, is a promising alternative to finding a more sustainable way to produce xylitol.

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Lignocellulosic biomass valorisation: a review of feedstocks, processes and potential value chains and their implications for the decision-making process

Abstract: Several studies have reported on the importance of transforming the current fossil-based economy into a bio-economy. Lignocellulosic biomass, as the most abundant renewable feedstock, has a high potential; however, in...

Cited by 2 publications

References 103 publications

Exploring Spent Coffee Grounds: Comprehensive Morphological Analysis and Chemical Characterization for Potential Uses

Exploring Spent Coffee Grounds: Comprehensive Morphological Analysis and Chemical Characterization for Potential Uses

Technical, Economic and Environmental Assessment of Xylitol Production in a Biorefinery Platform Toward a Circular Economy

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