On the Systematic Synthesis of Sustainable Biorefineries

Martı́n, Mariano; Grossmann, Ignacio E.

doi:10.1021/ie2030213

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“…As such, this type of process can potentially be implemented in future markets when fuels represent a higher value. In contrast, converting glycerol to hydrogen, with glycerol being a surplus side product/waste from bio-diesel production [115], has a positive economic potential as well as a platform technology that is capable of performing the transformation. However, the level of technology readiness of this platform is not sufficient, i.e., further development work needs to be carried out.…”

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Perspectives on Resource Recovery from Bio-Based Production Processes: From Concept to Implementation

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Abstract:Recovering valuable compounds from waste streams of bio-based production processes is in line with the circular economy paradigm, and is achievable by implementing "simple-to-use" and well-established process separation technologies. Such solutions are acceptable from industrial, economic and environmental points of view, implying relatively easy future implementation on pilot-and full-scale levels in the bio-based industry. Reviewing such technologies is therefore the focus here. Considerations about technology readiness level (TRL) and Net Present Value (NPV) are included in the review, since TRL and NPV contribute significantly to the techno-economic evaluation of future and promising process solutions. Based on the present review, a qualitative guideline for resource recovery from bio-based production processes is proposed. Finally, future approaches and perspectives toward identification and implementation of suitable resource recovery units for bio-based production processes are discussed.

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Perspectives on Resource Recovery from Bio-Based Production Processes: From Concept to Implementation

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Mitić³

et al. 2017

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“…The study involved the analysis of different technologies with the identification of the relative critical issues [19][20][21][22][23][24][25][26]. In summary, the considered possibilities concerned the use of:…”

Section: Possible Energy Recovery Strategiesmentioning

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Energy Opportunities from Lignocellulosic Biomass for a Biorefinery Case Study

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This work presents some energy considerations concerning a biorefinery case study that has been carried out by the CRB/CIRIAF of the University of Perugia. The biorefinery is the case study of the BIT3G project, a national funded research project, and it uses the lignocellulosic biomass that is available in the territory as input materials for biochemical purposes, such as cardoon and carthamus. The whole plant is composed of several sections: the cardoon and carthamus seed milling, the oil refinement facilities, and the production section of some high quality biochemicals, i.e., bio-oils and fatty acids. The main goal of the research is to demonstrate energy autonomy of the latter section of the biorefinery, while only recovering energy from the residues resulting from the collection of the biomass. To this aim, this work presents the quantification of the energy requirements to be supplied to the considered biorefinery section, the mass flow, and the energy and chemical characterization of the biomass. Afterwards, some sustainability strategies have been qualitatively investigated in order to identify the best one to be used in this case study; the combined heat and power (CHP) technology. Two scenarios have been defined and presented: the first with 6 MWt thermal input and 1.2 MWe electrical power as an output and the second with 9 MWt thermal input and 1.8 MWe electrical power as an output. The first scenario showed that 11,000 tons of residual biomass could ensure the annual production of about 34,000 MWht, equal to about the 72% of the requirements, and about 9600 MWhe, equal to approximately 60% of the electricity demand. The second scenario showed that 18,000 tons of the residual biomass could ensure the total annual production of about 56,000 MWht, corresponding to more than 100% of the requirements, and about 14,400 MWhe, equal to approximately 90% of the electricity demand. In addition, the CO 2 emissions from the energy valorization section have been quantified and the possibility of re-using the CO 2 flow in order to produce methane is described.

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“…al, 2009). Figure 8 shows data for investment size and cost (Martin and Grossmann, 2012) and the projection with the six tenth rule. …”

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Multiscale strategic planning model for the design of integrated ethanol and gasoline supply chain

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In this paper, we address the design and planning of an integrated ethanol and gasoline supply chain. We assume that the supply chain is composed of harvesting sites, production sites for ethanol, petroleum refineries, distribution centers where blending takes place, and the retail gas stations where different blends of gasoline and ethanol are sold. We postulate a superstructure that combines all the components of the supply chain. We consider different means of transportation that connect the nodes in the superstructure. We model this multiscale design of integrated ethanol and gasoline supply chain as a multiperiod MILP model for given forecasts of demand for different blends over the entire time horizon. In order to identify the regions of the US where investments are needed and the optimal configuration of the network, we first consider a strategic planning model in which gasoline stations are aggregated in the different regions.We then consider a second detailed formulation where regions are disaggregated into gas stations in order to also determine the retrofit projects for the selection of blending pumps over their expected life. A bilevel decomposition algorithm is proposed to solve the detailed model. We illustrate the application of these MILP models with two large-scale problems..

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On the Systematic Synthesis of Sustainable Biorefineries

Cited by 99 publications

References 178 publications

Perspectives on Resource Recovery from Bio-Based Production Processes: From Concept to Implementation

Perspectives on Resource Recovery from Bio-Based Production Processes: From Concept to Implementation

Energy Opportunities from Lignocellulosic Biomass for a Biorefinery Case Study

Multiscale strategic planning model for the design of integrated ethanol and gasoline supply chain

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