Bio-based Refineries: Concepts, Opportunities and Challenges

This book provides a comprehensive overview of bio-based refineries and their potential to address the pressing issues of resource depletion, environmental sustainability, and climate change. It explores the concept of bio-based refineries as a transformative approach to sustainable and renewable resource utilization. The book covers various aspects of bio-based refineries, including feedstock selection, conversion technologies, refinery platforms, product value chains, sustainability considerations, techno-economic analysis, and future perspectives. The book aims to be a valuable resource for researchers, professionals, policymakers, and students seeking to understand the principles, applications, and future prospects of bio-based refineries.