Sugarcane bagasse-based biochar and its potential applications: a review

Abstract

The effective management of agro-industrial waste plays a pivotal role in mitigating various forms of pollution. Sugarcane bagasse (SB), a substantial biomass waste generated in the sugar industry after cane juice extraction, necessitates sustainable handling. Although some sugar mills utilize wet sugarcane bagasse for fueling the milling process, a significant portion remains stockpiled and is often incinerated on-site, resulting in a highly flammable biomass that poses significant risks to the industry and its surroundings. Recognizing the importance of addressing this issue, researchers have identified the conversion of agricultural waste into biochar as an efficient means of harnessing energy following biomass devolatilization. There is scientific interest in the transformation of biomass into value-added products, including biochar, biogas, and biofuel. This comprehensive literature review delves into various pyrolysis processes applicable for converting sugarcane bagasse into char materials, showcasing its potential for diverse applications in line with current scientific interests. Graphical Abstract

Efficient degradation of methyl red dye from the aqueous solution by individual bacterial and their consortium in a sugarcane bagasse waste-based media

“…Sugarcane bagasse is an agro-waste that is easily available as a waste that has an appreciable number of sugars, phytochemicals, and water content which remained unextracted during the extraction of sugarcane juice [33,34]. The utilization of SBG for the development of a growth medium for the bacteria implies an economical growth medium.…”