Latest energy and value-added product synthesis

Abstract

Biomass is key towards the production of renewables, heat, biofuels, and green chemical feedstocks. Based on results reported in the literature, Ecuador, an agriculture-based economy, has the potential of meeting its energy demands while satisfying environmental regulations, by the conversion of self-generated residual biomass. Conventional biological, chemical and thermochemical methods have been modeled and widely studied at laboratory scale for the production of biogas, bioethanol, and other solid and liquid fuels, being milestones for upcoming scaled-up applications. Recently, studies have also shown the development of new processes for the conversion of Ecuadorian biomass wastes into value-added products for future applications. Providing a more complete way to manage the waste problem, aiming to create a sustainable economic growth within a bio-economy perspective.

Valorization of residual lignocellulosic biomass in South America: a review

“… Syngas Aseffe et al ( 2021 ); Poma ( 2019 ) Ecuador Anaerobic digestion Peels, leaves and stems of banana, cocoa, banana, and banana mucilage. Biogas Solano-Apuntes et al ( 2022 ) Zambrano-Gavilanes et al ( 2021 ) Ponce et al ( 2020 ) Pelletizing Jatropha curcas leaves, rice husks, and coffee husks. Pellets Arteaga Quintana ( 2020 ); Ramírez et al ( 2019 ) Orejuela-Escobar et al ( 2021 ) Salgado et al ( 2020 ) Compaction Corn stubble Briquettes Delgado et al ( 2020 ) Torrefaction Oil palm mesocarp fiber.…”

Proposal of a regulatory framework for bioenergy implementation in a unified agricultural code for Ecuador

“…Main biomass conversion routes for biofuels production as well as global and Ecuadorian status. [69][70][71][72] Introduction N on-renewable fuels supply more than three-quarters of the global energy demand. 1 However, multiple studies suggest that after an immanent peak in extraction of fosil fuels, a dramatic decline in production will influence the future energy supply.…”