Virtual Biorefinery An Optimization Strategy for Renewable Carbon Valorization

This book presents a concise framework for assessing technical and sustainability impacts of existing biorefineries and provides a possible road map for development of novel biorefineries. It offers a detailed, integrated approach to evaluate the entire biomass production chain, from the agricultura...

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Other Authors: Bonomi, Antonio (Editor), Cavalett, Otavio (Editor), Pereira da Cunha, Marcelo (Editor), Lima, Marco A. P. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2016, 2016
Edition:1st ed. 2016
Series:Green Energy and Technology
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Background
  • The Virtual Sugarcane Biorefinery Concept
  • The Agricultural Production Model
  • Biorefinery Alternatives
  • Biorefinery Products Logistics, Commercialization and Use
  • Sustainability Assessment Methodologies
  • Use of the VSB to Assess Biorefinery Strategies
  • Use of VSB to Plan Research Programs and Public Policies
  • Final Remarks