Chapter 13 - Design of value chains for vegetable by- and secondary products biorefinery
This chapter explores the design of value chains for biorefinery processes utilizing vegetable by-products and secondary products from the agri-food industry. In alignment with Agenda 2030s sustainability goals, the chapter emphasizes the untapped potential of plant-based wastes, rich in bioactive c...
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| Tipo de documento: | outro |
| Data de publicação: | 2025 |
| País: | España |
| Recursos: | Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC) |
| Repositório: | DIGITAL.CSIC. Repositorio Institucional del CSIC |
| OAI Identifier: | oai:digital.csic.es:10261/403389 |
| Acesso em linha: | http://hdl.handle.net/10261/403389 |
| Access Level: | Acceso aberto |
| Palavra-chave: | http://metadata.un.org/sdg/9 http://metadata.un.org/sdg/2 http://metadata.un.org/sdg/1 http://metadata.un.org/sdg/6 http://metadata.un.org/sdg/8 End poverty in all its forms everywhere End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation |
| Resumo: | This chapter explores the design of value chains for biorefinery processes utilizing vegetable by-products and secondary products from the agri-food industry. In alignment with Agenda 2030s sustainability goals, the chapter emphasizes the untapped potential of plant-based wastes, rich in bioactive compounds that are often lost through traditional disposal methods. It covers both conventional and modern extraction techniques, such as Soxhlet, enzyme-assisted, and supercritical fluid extraction, which are essential for harnessing these valuable compounds. Biological processes, including anaerobic digestion and fermentation, are also examined for their role in producing biofuels like methane and bioethanol. The chapter concludes that optimizing these processes requires advanced tools and pre-treatments to overcome challenges posed by lignocellulosic materials. Life cycle assessment is highlighted as a strategic method to ensure sustainability by balancing environmental, social, and economic factors. Ultimately, the future of vegetable by-product biorefineries lies in integrating innovative technologies, automation, and green solvents, making biorefineries a vital component of the circular bioeconomy. |
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