Biorefineries: Key technologies for biofuels
The demand for sustainable alternatives to fossil raw materials is growing worldwide - bioproducts such as ethanol, isobutanol and lactic acid play a central role in this.
The report, which can be downloaded here, is intended to provide industry experts with a solid basis for better understanding and further developing sustainable bioprocesses.
It shows how modern biorefineries not only contribute to the reduction of fossil resources, but can also be made economically attractive.
In addition, biorefineries that produce ethanol, isobutanol and lactic acid on a large scale are highlighted.
Versatile raw materials, sustainable approaches
The three products described - ethanol, isobutanol and lactic acid - can be obtained from both fossil and bio-based raw materials. A crucial step in the production process is fermentation, which is based on sugar as the central raw material. This sugar can be used in the form of pure crystalline sugar or as a sugary liquid, such as hydrolysate or molasses. Of particular interest is the possibility of producing hydrolysate directly on site from agricultural residues, which has two advantages: It reduces both the environmental impact and the cost of production.
Understandable insights for users
The report provides detailed process flow diagrams (PFD), mass and energy balances and process descriptions for each of the three model processes.
The focus is on traceability and applicability.
The information enables experts to draw parallels with their own production processes or to integrate certain process steps into their planning.
Practice-orientated, but without technical overload
While the report provides valuable insights into the processes, specific technical details such as equipment dimensioning, heat integration or control concepts are deliberately omitted. The focus is on providing a practice-oriented overview while leaving room for individual customisation.
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