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Marrocchi A, Cerza E, Chandrasekaran S, Sgreccia E, Kaciulis S, Vaccaro L, Syahputra S, Vacandio F, Knauth P, Di Vona ML. Hydrochar from Pine Needles as a Green Alternative for Catalytic Electrodes in Energy Applications. Molecules 2024; 29:3286. [PMID: 39064865 PMCID: PMC11278999 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29143286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2024] [Revised: 07/09/2024] [Accepted: 07/10/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) serves as a sustainable method to transform pine needle waste into nitrogen-doped (N-doped) hydrochars. The primary focus is on evaluating these hydrochars as catalytic electrodes for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) and carbon dioxide reduction reaction (CO2RR), which are pivotal processes with significant environmental implications. Hydrochars were synthesized by varying the parameters such as nitrogen loading, temperature, and residence time. These materials were then thoroughly characterized using diverse analytical techniques, including elemental analysis, density measurements, BET surface area analysis, and spectroscopies like Raman, FTIR, and XPS, along with optical and scanning electron microscopies. The subsequent electrochemical assessment involved preparing electrocatalytic inks by combining hydrochars with an anion exchange ionomer (AEI) to leverage their synergistic effects. To the best of our knowledge, there are no previous reports on catalytic electrodes that simultaneously incorporate both a hydrochar and AEI. Evaluation metrics such as current densities, onset and half-wave potentials, and Koutecky-Levich and Tafel plots provided insights into their electrocatalytic performances. Notably, hydrochars synthesized at 230 °C exhibited an onset potential of 0.92 V vs. RHE, marking the highest reported value for a hydrochar. They also facilitated the exchange of four electrons at 0.26 V vs. RHE in the ORR. Additionally, the CO2RR yielded valuable C2 products like acetaldehyde and acetate. These findings highlight the remarkable electrocatalytic activity of the optimized hydrochars, which could be attributed, at least in part, to their optimal porosity.
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- Assunta Marrocchi
- Department of Chemistry, Biology and Biotechnology, University of Perugia, Via Elce di Sotto 8, 06123 Perugia, Italy; (E.C.); (L.V.)
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- Department of Chemistry, Biology and Biotechnology, University of Perugia, Via Elce di Sotto 8, 06123 Perugia, Italy; (E.C.); (L.V.)
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- Tor Vergata University of Rome, Department Industrial Engineering and International Laboratory: Ionomer Materials for Energy (LIME), 00133 Roma, Italy; (S.C.); (E.S.)
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- Tor Vergata University of Rome, Department Industrial Engineering and International Laboratory: Ionomer Materials for Energy (LIME), 00133 Roma, Italy; (S.C.); (E.S.)
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- Institute for the Study of Nanostructured Materials, ISMN-CNR, Monterotondo Stazione, 00015 Roma, Italy;
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- Department of Chemistry, Biology and Biotechnology, University of Perugia, Via Elce di Sotto 8, 06123 Perugia, Italy; (E.C.); (L.V.)
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- Aix Marseille University, CNRS, MADIREL (UMR 7246) and International Laboratory: Ionomer Materials for Energy (LIME), Campus St Jérôme, 13013 Marseille, France; (S.S.); (F.V.); (P.K.)
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- Aix Marseille University, CNRS, MADIREL (UMR 7246) and International Laboratory: Ionomer Materials for Energy (LIME), Campus St Jérôme, 13013 Marseille, France; (S.S.); (F.V.); (P.K.)
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- Aix Marseille University, CNRS, MADIREL (UMR 7246) and International Laboratory: Ionomer Materials for Energy (LIME), Campus St Jérôme, 13013 Marseille, France; (S.S.); (F.V.); (P.K.)
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- Tor Vergata University of Rome, Department Industrial Engineering and International Laboratory: Ionomer Materials for Energy (LIME), 00133 Roma, Italy; (S.C.); (E.S.)
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Kumar V, Sharma N, Panneerselvam B, Dasarahally Huligowda LK, Umesh M, Gupta M, Muzammil K, Zahrani Y, Malmutheibi M. Lignocellulosic biomass for biochar production: A green initiative on biowaste conversion for pharmaceutical and other emerging pollutant removal. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 360:142312. [PMID: 38761824 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.142312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2023] [Revised: 03/25/2024] [Accepted: 05/09/2024] [Indexed: 05/20/2024]
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Lignocellulosic waste generation and their improper disposal has accelerated the problems associated with increased greenhouse gas emissions and associated environmental pollution. Constructive ways to manage and mitigate the pollution associated with lignocellulosic waste has propelled the research on biochar production using lignocellulose-based substrates. The sustainability of various biochar production technologies in employing lignocellulosic biomass as feedstock for biochar production not only aids in the lignocellulosic biomass valorization but also helps in carbon neutralization and carbon utilization. Functionalization of biochar through various physicochemical methods helps in improving their functional properties majorly by reducing the size of the biochar particles to nanoscale and modifying their surface properties. The usage of engineered biochar as nano adsorbents for environmental applications like dye absorption, removal of organic pollutants and endocrine disrupting compounds from wastewater has been the thrust areas of research in the past few decades. This review presents a comprehensive outlook on the up-to-date research findings related to the production and engineering of biochar from lignocellulosic biomass and their applications in environmental remediation especially with respect to wastewater treatment. Further a detailed discussion on various biochar activation methods and the future scope of biochar research is presented in this review work.
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- Vinay Kumar
- Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering (BITE) Laboratory, Department of Community Medicine, Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Chennai, Thandalam, 602105, India.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Chennai, Thandalam, 602105, India
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- Center of Excellence in Interdisciplinary Research for Sustainable Development, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand; Department of Community Medicine, Saveetha Medical College, SIMATS, Chennai, 602105, India
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- Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, 560029, Karnataka, India
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- Chitkara Centre for Research and Development, Chitkara University, Himachal Pradesh, 174103, India
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- Department of Public Health, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Khamis Mushait Campus, King Khalid University, Abha, 62561, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Public Health, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Khamis Mushait Campus, King Khalid University, Abha, 62561, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Public Health, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Khamis Mushait Campus, King Khalid University, Abha, 62561, Saudi Arabia
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Alfei S, Pandoli OG. Biochar-Derived Persistent Free Radicals: A Plethora of Environmental Applications in a Light and Shadows Scenario. TOXICS 2024; 12:245. [PMID: 38668468 PMCID: PMC11054495 DOI: 10.3390/toxics12040245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2024] [Revised: 03/22/2024] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/29/2024]
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Biochar (BC) is a carbonaceous material obtained by pyrolysis at 200-1000 °C in the limited presence of O2 from different vegetable and animal biomass feedstocks. BC has demonstrated great potential, mainly in environmental applications, due to its high sorption ability and persistent free radicals (PFRs) content. These characteristics enable BC to carry out the direct and PFRs-mediated removal/degradation of environmental organic and inorganic contaminants. The types of PFRs that are possibly present in BC depend mainly on the pyrolysis temperature and the kind of pristine biomass. Since they can also cause ecological and human damage, a systematic evaluation of the environmental behavior, risks, or management techniques of BC-derived PFRs is urgent. PFRs generally consist of a mixture of carbon- and oxygen-centered radicals and of oxygenated carbon-centered radicals, depending on the pyrolytic conditions. Here, to promote the more productive and beneficial use of BC and the related PFRs and to stimulate further studies to make them environmentally safer and less hazardous to humans, we have first reviewed the most common methods used to produce BC, its main environmental applications, and the primary mechanisms by which BC remove xenobiotics, as well as the reported mechanisms for PFR formation in BC. Secondly, we have discussed the environmental migration and transformation of PFRs; we have reported the main PFR-mediated application of BC to degrade inorganic and organic pollutants, the potential correlated environmental risks, and the possible strategies to limit them.
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- Silvana Alfei
- Department of Pharmacy (DIFAR), University of Genoa, Viale Cembrano 4, 16148 Genoa, Italy;
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- Department of Pharmacy (DIFAR), University of Genoa, Viale Cembrano 4, 16148 Genoa, Italy;
- Department of Chemistry, Pontifical Catholic University, Rua Marquês de São Vincente 225, Rio de Janeiro 22451-900, Brazil
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Ahuja V, Chauhan S, Purewal SS, Mehariya S, Patel AK, Kumar G, Megharaj M, Yang YH, Bhatia SK. Microbial alchemy: upcycling of brewery spent grains into high-value products through fermentation. Crit Rev Biotechnol 2024:1-19. [PMID: 38163946 DOI: 10.1080/07388551.2023.2286430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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Spent grains are one of the lignocellulosic biomasses available in abundance, discarded by breweries as waste. The brewing process generates around 25-30% of waste in different forms and spent grains alone account for 80-85% of that waste, resulting in a significant global waste volume. Despite containing essential nutrients, i.e., carbohydrates, fibers, proteins, fatty acids, lipids, minerals, and vitamins, efficient and economically viable valorization of these grains is lacking. Microbial fermentation enables the valorization of spent grain biomass into numerous commercially valuable products used in energy, food, healthcare, and biomaterials. However, the process still needs more investigation to overcome challenges, such as transportation, cost-effective pretreatment, and fermentation strategy. to lower the product cost and to achieve market feasibility and customer affordability. This review summarizes the potential of spent grains valorization via microbial fermentation and associated challenges.
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- Vishal Ahuja
- University Institute of Biotechnology, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India
- University Centre for Research and Development, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India
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- University Institute of Biotechnology, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India
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- University Institute of Biotechnology, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India
- University Centre for Research and Development, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India
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- Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan
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- Institute of Chemistry, Bioscience and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Stavanger, Norway
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- Global Centre for Environmental remediation, College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia
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- Institute for Ubiquitous Information Technology and Applications, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Department of Biological Engineering, College of Engineering, Konkuk University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Institute for Ubiquitous Information Technology and Applications, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Department of Biological Engineering, College of Engineering, Konkuk University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Jayakumar M, Hamda AS, Abo LD, Daba BJ, Venkatesa Prabhu S, Rangaraju M, Jabesa A, Periyasamy S, Suresh S, Baskar G. Comprehensive review on lignocellulosic biomass derived biochar production, characterization, utilization and applications. CHEMOSPHERE 2023; 345:140515. [PMID: 37871877 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.140515] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2023] [Revised: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 10/20/2023] [Indexed: 10/25/2023]
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Biochar is an ample source of organic carbon prepared by the thermal breakdown of biomass. Lignocellulosic biomass is a promising precursor for biochar production, and has several applications in various industries. In addition, biochar can be applied for environmental revitalization by reducing the negative impacts through intrinsic mechanisms. In addition to its environmentally friendly nature, biochar has several recyclable and inexpensive benefits. Nourishing and detoxification of the environment can be undertaken using biochar by different investigators on account of its excellent contaminant removal capacity. Studies have shown that biochar can be improved by activation to remove toxic pollutants. In general, biochar is produced by closed-loop systems; however, decentralized methods have been proven to be more efficient for increasing resource efficiency in view of circular bio-economy and lignocellulosic waste management. In the last decade, several studies have been conducted to reveal the unexplored potential and to understand the knowledge gaps in different biochar-based applications. However, there is still a crucial need for research to acquire sufficient data regarding biochar modification and management, the utilization of lignocellulosic biomass, and achieving a sustainable paradigm. The present review has been articulated to provide a summary of information on different aspects of biochar, such as production, characterization, modification for improvisation, issues, and remediation have been addressed.
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- Mani Jayakumar
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Haramaya Institute of Technology, Haramaya University, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Haramaya Institute of Technology, Haramaya University, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Haramaya Institute of Technology, Haramaya University, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Haramaya Institute of Technology, Haramaya University, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, College of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, Ethiopia
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Wachemo University, Hossana, Ethiopia
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Haramaya Institute of Technology, Haramaya University, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, School of Mechanical, Chemical and Materials Engineering, Adama Science and Technology University, Adama, 1888, Ethiopia
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- Nanotechnology & Catalysis Research Centre, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, 50603, Malaysia; Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Kampus Terpadu UII, Jl. Kaliurang Km 14, Sleman, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Biotechnology, St. Joseph's College of Engineering, Chennai, India; School of Engineering, Lebanese American University, Byblos, 1102, 2801, Lebanon.
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Manikandan S, Vickram S, Subbaiya R, Karmegam N, Woong Chang S, Ravindran B, Kumar Awasthi M. Comprehensive review on recent production trends and applications of biochar for greener environment. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2023; 388:129725. [PMID: 37683709 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2023.129725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2023] [Revised: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023]
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The suitability of biochar as a supplement for environmental restoration varies significantly based on the type of feedstocks used and the parameters of the pyrolysis process. This study comprehensively examines several aspects of biochar's potential benefits, its capacity to enhance crop yields, improve nutrient availability, support the co-composting, water restoration and enhance overall usage efficiency. The supporting mechanistic evidence for these claims is also evaluated. Additionally, the analysis identifies various gaps in research and proposes potential directions for further exploration to enhance the understanding of biochar application. As a mutually advantageous approach, the integration of biochar into agricultural contexts not only contributes to environmental restoration but also advances ecological sustainability. The in-depth review underscores the diverse suitability of biochar as a supplement for environmental restoration, contingent upon the specific feedstock sources and pyrolysis conditions used. However, concerns have been raised regarding potential impacts on human health within agricultural sectors.
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- Sivasubramanian Manikandan
- Department of Biotechnology, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Thandalam, Chennai 602 105. Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Thandalam, Chennai 602 105. Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Biological Sciences, School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, The Copperbelt University, Riverside, Jambo Drive, P O Box 21692 Kitwe, Zambia
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- PG and Research Department of Botany, Government Arts College (Autonomous), Salem 636 007, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Environmental Energy and Engineering, Kyonggi University Yeongtong-Gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-Do 16227, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology and Integrative Physiology, Institute of Biotechnology, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Thandalam, Chennai, 602105, Tamil Nadu, India; Department of Environmental Energy and Engineering, Kyonggi University Yeongtong-Gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-Do 16227, Republic of Korea
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Shaanxi Province 712100, China.
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Sharma AK, Ghodke PK, Goyal N, Bobde P, Kwon EE, Lin KYA, Chen WH. A critical review on biochar production from pine wastes, upgradation techniques, environmental sustainability, and challenges. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2023; 387:129632. [PMID: 37562491 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2023.129632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 07/30/2023] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023]
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Pine wastes, including pine needles, cones, and wood, are abundantly produced as an agroforestry by-product globally and have shown tremendous potential for biochar production. Various thermochemical conversion technologies have exhibited promising results in converting pine wastes to biochar, displaying impressive performance. Hence, this review paper aims to investigate the possibilities and recent technological advancements for synthesizing biochar from pine waste. Furthermore, it explores techniques for enhancing the properties of biochar and its integrated applications in various fields, such as soil and water remediation, carbon sequestration, battery capacitor synthesis, and bio-coal production. Finally, the paper sheds light on the limitations of current strategies, emphasizing the need for further research and study to address the challenges in pine waste-based biochar synthesis. By promoting sustainable and effective utilization of pine wastes, this review contributes to environmental conservation and resource management.
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- Amit Kumar Sharma
- Department of Chemistry, Applied Sciences Cluster, School of Advance Engineering, and Centre for Alternate Energy Research (CAER), R&D, University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES), Energy Acres Building, Bidholi, Dehradun 248007, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Calicut, Kozhikode 673601, Kerala, India
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- School of Health Sciences, University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES), School of Engineering, Energy Acres Building, Bidholi, Dehradun 248007, Uttarakhand, India
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- R & D, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, P.O. Bidholi Via-Prem Nagar, Dehradun 248007, India
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- Department of Earth Resources and Environmental Engineering, Hanyang University, Seoul 04763, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Environmental Engineering & Innovation and Development Center of Sustainable Agriculture, National Chung Hsing University, 250 Kuo-Kuang Road, Taichung, Taiwan; Institute of Analytical and Environmental Sciences, National Tsing Hua University, Hsinchu, Taiwan
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- Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan 701, Taiwan; Research Center for Smart Sustainable Circular Economy, Tunghai University, Taichung 407, Taiwan; Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Chin-Yi University of Technology, Taichung 411, Taiwan.
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Chandran EM, Mohan E. Sustainable biohydrogen production from lignocellulosic biomass sources - metabolic pathways, production enhancement, and challenges. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:102129-102157. [PMID: 37684507 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-29617-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2023] [Accepted: 08/27/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023]
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Hydrogen production from biological processes has been hailed as a promising strategy for generating sustainable energy. Fermentative hydrogen production processes such as dark and photofermentation are considered more sustainable and economical than other biological methods such as biophotolysis. However, these methods have constraints such as low hydrogen yield and conversion efficiency, so practical implementations still need to be made. The present review provides an assessment and feasibility of producing biohydrogen through dark and photofermentation techniques utilizing various lignocellulosic biomass wastes as substrates. Furthermore, this review includes information about the strategies to increase the productivity rate of biohydrogen in an eco-friendly and sustainable manner, like integration of dark and photofermentation techniques, pretreatment of biomass, genetic modification of microorganisms, and application of nanoadditives.
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- Eniyan Moni Chandran
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University College of Engineering, Nagercoil, Anna University Constituent College, Nagercoil, India
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University College of Engineering, Nagercoil, Anna University Constituent College, Nagercoil, India.
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Nganda A, Srivastava P, Lamba BY, Pandey A, Kumar M. Advances in the fabrication, modification, and performance of biochar, red mud, calcium oxide, and bentonite catalysts in waste-to-fuel conversion. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023:116284. [PMID: 37270078 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.116284] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2023] [Revised: 05/21/2023] [Accepted: 05/29/2023] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Various catalysts are being used in fuel production from biomass and polymeric waste for the obtention of an alternative energy source with both environmental friendliness and economic viability. Biochar, red mud bentonite, and calcium oxide have been shown to play a pertinent role as catalysts in waste-to-fuel conversion processes, such as transesterification and pyrolysis. In this line of thought, this paper has provided a compendium of the fabrication and modification technologies of bentonite, red mud calcium oxide, and biochar, together with their various performances in their application in the waste-to-fuel processes. Additionally, an overview of the structural and chemical attributes of these components is discussed regarding their efficiency. Ultimately, research trends and future points of focus are evaluated, and it is observed that techno-economic optimization of catalyst synthetic routes and investigation of new catalytic formulations, such as biochar and red mud-based nanocatalysts, are potential prospects. This report also offers future research directions that are anticipated to contribute to the development of sustainable green fuel generation systems.
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- Armel Nganda
- School of Engineering, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, 248007, India
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- Energy Cluster, School of Engineering, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, 248007, India
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- Applied Science Cluster, School of Engineering, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, 248007, India
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- CSIR-Indian Institute for Toxicology Research, Lucknow, India; Sustainability Cluster, School of Engineering, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, 248007, India
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- Sustainability Cluster, School of Engineering, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, 248007, India; Escuela de Ingeniería y Ciencias, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Campus Monterey, Monterrey, 64849, Nuevo Leon, Mexico.
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Pop MA, Cosnita M, Croitoru C, Zaharia SM, Matei S, Spîrchez C. 3D-Printed PLA Molds for Natural Composites: Mechanical Properties of Green Wax-Based Composites. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15112487. [PMID: 37299287 DOI: 10.3390/polym15112487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Revised: 05/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/22/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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The first part of this paper is dedicated to obtaining 3D-printed molds using poly lactic acid (PLA) incorporating specific patterns, which have the potential to serve as the foundation for sound-absorbing panels for various industries and aviation. The molding production process was utilized to create all-natural environmentally friendly composites. These composites mainly comprise paper, beeswax, and fir resin, including automotive function as the matrices and binders. In addition, fillers, such as fir needles, rice flour, and Equisetum arvense (horsetail) powder, were added in varying amounts to achieve the desired properties. The mechanical properties of the resulting green composites, including impact and compressive strength, as well as maximum bending force value, were evaluated. The morphology and internal structure of the fractured samples were analyzed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and an optical microscopy. The highest impact strength was measured for the composites with beeswax, fir needles, recyclable paper, and beeswax fir resin and recyclable paper, 19.42 and 19.32 kJ/m2, respectively, while the highest compressive strength was 4 MPa for the beeswax and horsetail-based green composite. Natural-material-based composites exhibited 60% higher mechanical performance compared to similar commercial products used in the automotive industry.
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- Mihai Alin Pop
- Materials Science Department, Transilvania University of Brasov, 29 Eroilor Ave., 500484 Brasov, Romania
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- Department of Product Design, Mechatronics and Environment, Transilvania University of Brasov, 29 Eroilor Ave., 500484 Brasov, Romania
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- Materials Engineering and Welding Department, Transilvania University of Brasov, 29 Eroilor Ave., 500484 Brasov, Romania
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- Manufacturing Engineering Department, Faculty of Technological Engineering and Industrial Management, Transilvania University of Brasov, 29 Eroilor Ave., 500484 Brasov, Romania
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- Materials Science Department, Transilvania University of Brasov, 29 Eroilor Ave., 500484 Brasov, Romania
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- Wood Processing and Furniture Design of Wood, Transilvania University of Brasov, 29 Eroilor Ave., 500484 Brasov, Romania
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Schneider G, Pásztor D, Szabó P, Kőrösi L, Kishan NS, Raju PARK, Calay RK. Isolation and Characterisation of Electrogenic Bacteria from Mud Samples. Microorganisms 2023; 11:microorganisms11030781. [PMID: 36985354 PMCID: PMC10058994 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms11030781] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Revised: 03/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/15/2023] [Indexed: 03/30/2023] Open
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To develop efficient microbial fuel cell systems for green energy production using different waste products, establishing characterised bacterial consortia is necessary. In this study, bacteria with electrogenic potentials were isolated from mud samples and examined to determine biofilm-formation capacities and macromolecule degradation. Matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry identifications have revealed that isolates represented 18 known and 4 unknown genuses. They all had the capacities to reduce the Reactive Black 5 stain in the agar medium, and 48 of them were positive in the wolfram nanorod reduction assay. The isolates formed biofilm to different extents on the surfaces of both adhesive and non-adhesive 96-well polystyrene plates and glass. Scanning electron microscopy images revealed the different adhesion potentials of isolates to the surface of carbon tissue fibres. Eight of them (15%) were able to form massive amounts of biofilm in three days at 23 °C. A total of 70% of the isolates produced proteases, while lipase and amylase production was lower, at 38% and 27% respectively. All of the macromolecule-degrading enzymes were produced by 11 isolates, and two isolates of them had the capacity to form a strong biofilm on the carbon tissue one of the most used anodic materials in MFC systems. This study discusses the potential of the isolates for future MFC development applications.
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- György Schneider
- Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Medical School, University of Pécs, Szigeti Str. 12, H-7624 Pécs, Hungary
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- Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Medical School, University of Pécs, Szigeti Str. 12, H-7624 Pécs, Hungary
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- Department of Geology and Meteorology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Pécs, Ifjúság Str. 6, H-7624 Pécs, Hungary
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- Research Institute for Viticulture and Oenology, University of Pécs, Pázmány P. u. 4, H-7634 Pécs, Hungary
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- Centre for Research and Development, SRKR Engineering College, SRKR Marg, China Amiram, Bhimavaram 534204, India
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- Institute for Building Energy and Materials Technology, Narvik Campus, UiT Norway's Arctic University, 8514 Narvik, Norway
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Cao N, Ji J, Li C, Yuan M, Guo X, Zong X, Li L, Ma Y, Wang C, Pang S. Rapid and efficient removal of multiple aqueous pesticides by one-step construction boric acid modified biochar. RSC Adv 2023; 13:8765-8778. [PMID: 36936844 PMCID: PMC10018371 DOI: 10.1039/d2ra07684e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2022] [Accepted: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 03/18/2023] Open
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Tricyclazole, propiconazole, imidacloprid, and thiamethoxam are commonly used pesticides in paddy fields. It is necessary and practical to remove pesticides from the water environment because the low utilization rate of pesticides will produce residues in the water environment. It is known that there are few studies on the preparation of biochar adsorption pesticides by the walnut shell and few studies on the removal of tricyclazole and propiconazole. Based on this, this paper used the walnut shell as raw material and boric acid as an activator to prepare biochar by the one-step method. The boric acid modified walnut shell biochar (WAB4) with a specific surface area of 640.6 m2 g-1, exhibited the high adsorption capacity of all four pesticides (>70%) at pH 3-9. The adsorption capacities of tricyclazole, propiconazole, imidacloprid, and thiamethoxam were 171.67, 112.27, 156.40, and 137.46 mg g-1, respectively. The adsorption kinetics fitted the pseudo-second-order kinetic model and the adsorption isotherm curves conformed to the Freundlich isotherm model. The adsorption of pesticides by WAB4 was associated with hydrogen bonding, pore filling, hydrophobic effects, and π-π interactions. More significantly, WAB4 has excellent adsorption capacity compared to other adsorbents for real water samples. Finally, walnut shell biochar has no significant acute toxicity to Daphnia magna. This work shows that walnut shell-based biochar has a good effect on the removal of pesticides at a wide range of pH and is economical and safe, providing a new idea for the removal of pesticides in water.
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- Niannian Cao
- Department of Applied Chemistry, College of Science, China Agricultural University Beijing 100193 China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, College of Science, China Agricultural University Beijing 100193 China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, College of Science, China Agricultural University Beijing 100193 China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, College of Science, China Agricultural University Beijing 100193 China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, College of Science, China Agricultural University Beijing 100193 China
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilians Beijing 102205 China
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilians Beijing 102205 China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, College of Science, China Agricultural University Beijing 100193 China
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilians Beijing 102205 China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, College of Science, China Agricultural University Beijing 100193 China
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Li Y, Gupta R, Zhang Q, You S. Review of biochar production via crop residue pyrolysis: Development and perspectives. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2023; 369:128423. [PMID: 36462767 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2022.128423] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2022] [Revised: 11/27/2022] [Accepted: 11/28/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Worldwide surge in crop residue generation has necessitated developing strategies for their sustainable disposal. Pyrolysis has been widely adopted to convert crop residue into biochar with bio-oil and gas being two co-products. The review adopts a whole system philosophy and systematically summarises up-to-date knowledge of crop residue pyrolysis processes, influential factors, and biochar applications. Essential process design tools for biochar production e.g., cost-benefit analysis, life cycle assessment, and machine learning methods are also reviewed, which has often been overlooked in prior reviews. Important aspects include (a) correlating techno-economics of biochar production with crop residue compositions, (b) process operating conditions and management strategies, (c) biochar applications including soil amendment, fuel displacement, catalytic usage, etc., (d) data-driven modelling techniques, (e) properties of biochar, and (f) climate change mitigation. Overall, the review will support the development of application-oriented process pipelines for crop residue-based biochar.
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- Yize Li
- James Watt School of Engineering, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ, UK
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- James Watt School of Engineering, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ, UK; Nanoengineered Systems Laboratory, UCL Mechanical Engineering, University College London, London WC1E 7JE, UK; Wellcome/EPSRC Centre for Interventional and Surgical Sciences, University College London, London W1W 7TY, UK
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
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- James Watt School of Engineering, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ, UK.
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Hyper biohydrogen production from xylose and xylose-based hemicellulose biomass by the novel strain Clostridium sp. YD09. Biochem Eng J 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bej.2022.108624] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Moslehpour M, Shalehah A, Wong WK, Ismail T, Altantsetseg P, Tsevegjav M. Economic and tourism growth impact on the renewable energy production in Vietnam. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 29:81006-81020. [PMID: 35727514 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-21334-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2022] [Accepted: 06/03/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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High economic and tourism growth demand extensive energy production that needs the energy creation industry's attention and demands the researchers' and policymakers' emphasis. Hence, the present study examines the impact of economic and tourism growth on renewable energy production (REP) in Vietnam. The present research has taken the gross domestic product (GDP), exports, human capital, and employment rate to measure the economic growth, while international tourism receipts and expenditures have been used to measure the tourism growth. The secondary data have been extracted from 1983 to 2020 using World Development Indicators (WDI) database. The Nonlinear Autoregressive Distributed Lagged (NARDL) model has been applied to investigate the linkage between the constructs. The findings indicated that GDP, exports, human capital, employment rate, international tourism receipts, and expenditures have a significant and positive relationship with REP in Vietnam. These results guide the regulators while making regulations related to the extensive energy production in return for high economic and tourism growth.
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- Massoud Moslehpour
- Department of Business Administration, Asia University, 500, Lioufeng Rd., Wufeng, Taichung, 41354, Taiwan
- Department of Management, California State University, San Bernardino, 5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA, 92407, USA
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- Department of Business Administration, Asia University, 500, Lioufeng Rd., Wufeng, Taichung, 41354, Taiwan
- Department of International Relation, Universitas Muhammadiyah Kalimantan Timur, Samarinda, Indonesia
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- Department of Finance, Fintech & Blockchain Research Center, and Big Data Research Center, Asia University, Taichung, 41354, Taiwan.
- Department of Medical Research, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan.
- Department of Economics and Finance, The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong, 500, Lioufeng Road, Wufeng, Taichung, 41354, Taiwan.
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- Department of Management, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Brawijaya-Indonesia, MT. Haryono 165 GU FEB Malang, East Java, Indonesia.
- Department of Business Administration, College of Management, Asia University - Taiwan, 500, Lioufeng Rd., Wufeng, Taichung, 41354, Taiwan.
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- Business School, CITI University, Denver Street, 7th Khoroo, Sukhbaatar District, Ulaanbaatar, 14190, Mongolia
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- Law School, CITI University, Denver Street, 7th Khoroo, Sukhbaatar District, Ulaanbaatar, 14190, Mongolia
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Vempathy A, Kumar A, Pandit S, Gupta M, Mathuriya AS, Lahiri D, Nag M, Kumar Y, Joshi S, Kumar N. Evaluation of the Datura peels derived biochar-based Anode for enhancing power output in microbial fuel cell application. BIOCATALYSIS AND AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bcab.2022.102560] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Li J, Jin S, Wan D, Li H, Gong S, Novakovic V. Feasibility of annual dry anaerobic digestion temperature-controlled by solar energy in cold and arid areas. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2022; 318:115626. [PMID: 35777156 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2022.115626] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2022] [Revised: 06/17/2022] [Accepted: 06/23/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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In cold and arid areas, variations of ambient temperature not only lead to a large amount of heat loss from anaerobic digestion reactors but also greater challenges in the stable production of biogas. Common temperature-controlled methods of biogas production, such as coal combustion, electric heating, biogas combustion and so on, are expensive and high energy-consuming. Openly, solar energy is economical and suitable for stable biogas production. However, no pilot studies have yet shown the feasibility of controlling the temperature of annual biogas production with solar energy in cold and arid areas. This paper first theoretically analyzed the energy balance between evacuated tube solar collectors and anaerobic reactors. Then a biogas production system was developed in Lanzhou City, China, consisting mainly of a 3 m3 insulated anaerobic reactor and a solar collector with 30 sticks Φ58 × L1800mm evacuated tubes. Annual batch experiments have been carried out to test the feasibility of stable biogas production at a temperature-controlled by solar energy in cold and arid areas. The results show that dry anaerobic digestion with 20% total solid (TS) can start and operate smoothly even under the condition of low solar irradiation for 3-4 consecutive days. The system can run stability by anaerobic digestion at 26 ± 1 °C in winter and spring, by mesophilic (37 ± 1 °C) and thermophilic (52 ± 1 °C) anaerobic digestion in summer and autumn, which implies a highly efficient operation strategy for agricultural and animal husbandry wastes treatment. These theoretical and experimental results provide a scientific basis and engineering reference for the application of biogas production temperature-controlled by solar energy and have important value for the efficient and low-cost anaerobic digestion treatment of agricultural and animal husbandry wastes in cold and arid areas.
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- Jinping Li
- Gansu Key Laboratory of Complementary Energy System of Biomass and Solar Energy, Lanzhou 730050, China; Collaborative Innovation Center for Supporting Technology of Northwest Low-Carbon Towns, Lanzhou 730050, China; School of Energy and Power Engineering, Lanzhou University of Technology, Lanzhou 730050, China.
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- Gansu Key Laboratory of Complementary Energy System of Biomass and Solar Energy, Lanzhou 730050, China; Collaborative Innovation Center for Supporting Technology of Northwest Low-Carbon Towns, Lanzhou 730050, China; School of Energy and Power Engineering, Lanzhou University of Technology, Lanzhou 730050, China
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- Gansu Key Laboratory of Complementary Energy System of Biomass and Solar Energy, Lanzhou 730050, China; Collaborative Innovation Center for Supporting Technology of Northwest Low-Carbon Towns, Lanzhou 730050, China; School of Energy and Power Engineering, Lanzhou University of Technology, Lanzhou 730050, China
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- Gansu Key Laboratory of Complementary Energy System of Biomass and Solar Energy, Lanzhou 730050, China; Collaborative Innovation Center for Supporting Technology of Northwest Low-Carbon Towns, Lanzhou 730050, China; School of Energy and Power Engineering, Lanzhou University of Technology, Lanzhou 730050, China
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- Gansu Key Laboratory of Complementary Energy System of Biomass and Solar Energy, Lanzhou 730050, China; Collaborative Innovation Center for Supporting Technology of Northwest Low-Carbon Towns, Lanzhou 730050, China; School of Energy and Power Engineering, Lanzhou University of Technology, Lanzhou 730050, China
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- Department of Energy and Process Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim NO-7491, Norway
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Bąk J, Thomas P, Kołodyńska D. Chitosan-Modified Biochars to Advance Research on Heavy Metal Ion Removal: Roles, Mechanism and Perspectives. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 15:6108. [PMID: 36079488 PMCID: PMC9457549 DOI: 10.3390/ma15176108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2022] [Revised: 08/24/2022] [Accepted: 08/29/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The chitosan-modified biochars BC-CS 1-1, BC-CS 2-1 and BC-CS 4-1 were subjected to the synthetic application of biochar from agriculture waste and chitosan for the adsorption of Cu(II), Cd(II), Zn(II), Co(II) and Pb(II) ions from aqueous media. The results displayed a heterogeneous, well-developed surface. Additionally, the surface functional groups carboxyl, hydroxyl and phenol, determining the sorption mechanism and confirming the thermal stability of the materials, were present. The sorption evaluation was carried out as a function of the sorbent dose, pH, phase contact time, initial concentration of the solution and temperature. The maximum value of qt for Pb(II)-BC-CS 4-1, 32.23 mg/g (C0 200 mg/L, mass 0.1 g, pH 5, 360 min), was identified. Nitric acid was applied for the sorbent regeneration with a yield of 99.13% for Pb(II)-BC-CS 2-1. The produced sorbents can be used for the decontamination of water by means of the cost-effective and high-performance method.
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- Justyna Bąk
- Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Institute of Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Chemistry, Maria Curie-Skłodowska University, Maria Curie-Skłodowska Sq. 2, 20-031 Lublin, Poland
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- Earthcare, LLC, 8524 Southport Drive, Evansville, IN 47711, USA
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- Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Institute of Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Chemistry, Maria Curie-Skłodowska University, Maria Curie-Skłodowska Sq. 2, 20-031 Lublin, Poland
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Zhu X, Labianca C, He M, Luo Z, Wu C, You S, Tsang DCW. Life-cycle assessment of pyrolysis processes for sustainable production of biochar from agro-residues. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2022; 360:127601. [PMID: 35835419 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2022.127601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2022] [Revised: 07/05/2022] [Accepted: 07/06/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Net carbon management of agro-residues has been an important pathway for reducing the environmental burdens of agricultural production. Converting agro-residues into biochar through pyrolysis is a prominent management strategy for achieving carbon neutrality in a circular economy, meeting both environmental and social concerns. Based on the latest studies, this study critically analyzes the life cycle assessment (LCA) of biochar production from different agro-residues and compares typical technologies for biochar production. Although a direct comparison of results is not always feasible due to different functional units and system boundaries, the net carbon sequestration potential of biochar technology is remarkably promising. By pyrolyzing agro-residues, biochar can be effectively produced and customized as: (i) alternative energy source, (ii) soil amendment, and (iii) activated carbon substitution. The combination of life cycle assessment and circular economy modelling is encouraged to achieve greener and sustainable biochar production.
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- Xiefei Zhu
- Department of Thermal Science and Energy Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, 96 Jinzhai Road, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China; Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Thermal Science and Energy Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, 96 Jinzhai Road, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Queen's University Belfast, David Keir Building, Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5AG, UK
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- James Watt School of Engineering, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ, UK
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- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China; Research Institute for Future Food, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China.
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Martínez-Gómez Á, Poveda J, Escobar C. Overview of the use of biochar from main cereals to stimulate plant growth. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2022; 13:912264. [PMID: 35982693 PMCID: PMC9378993 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2022.912264] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2022] [Accepted: 06/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The total global food demand is expected to increase up to 50% between 2010 and 2050; hence, there is a clear need to increase plant productivity with little or no damage to the environment. In this respect, biochar is a carbon-rich material derived from the pyrolysis of organic matter at high temperatures with a limited oxygen supply, with different physicochemical characteristics that depend on the feedstock and pyrolysis conditions. When used as a soil amendment, it has shown many positive environmental effects such as carbon sequestration, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, and soil improvement. Biochar application has also shown huge benefits when applied to agri-systems, among them, the improvement of plant growth either in optimal conditions or under abiotic or biotic stress. Several mechanisms, such as enhancing the soil microbial diversity and thus increasing soil nutrient-cycling functions, improving soil physicochemical properties, stimulating the microbial colonization, or increasing soil P, K, or N content, have been described to exert these positive effects on plant growth, either alone or in combination with other resources. In addition, it can also improve the plant antioxidant defenses, an evident advantage for plant growth under stress conditions. Although agricultural residues are generated from a wide variety of crops, cereals account for more than half of the world's harvested area. Yet, in this review, we will focus on biochar obtained from residues of the most common and relevant cereal crops in terms of global production (rice, wheat, maize, and barley) and in their use as recycled residues to stimulate plant growth. The harvesting and processing of these crops generate a vast number and variety of residues that could be locally recycled into valuable products such as biochar, reducing the waste management problem and accomplishing the circular economy premise. However, very scarce literature focused on the use of biochar from a crop to improve its own growth is available. Herein, we present an overview of the literature focused on this topic, compiling most of the studies and discussing the urgent need to deepen into the molecular mechanisms and pathways involved in the beneficial effects of biochar on plant productivity.
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- Ángela Martínez-Gómez
- Facultad de Ciencias Ambientales y Bioquímica, Área de Fisiología Vegetal, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, Toledo, Spain
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- Institute for Multidisciplinary Research in Applied Biology (IMAB), Universidad Pública de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
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- Facultad de Ciencias Ambientales y Bioquímica, Área de Fisiología Vegetal, Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, Toledo, Spain
- International Research Organization for Advanced Science and Technology (IROAST), Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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Patel AK, Katiyar R, Chen CW, Singhania RR, Awasthi MK, Bhatia S, Bhaskar T, Dong CD. Antibiotic bioremediation by new generation biochar: Recent updates. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2022; 358:127384. [PMID: 35644454 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2022.127384] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Revised: 05/23/2022] [Accepted: 05/24/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The evolving multidrug resistance in microbes with increasing antibiotic pollution is becoming a severe global crisis. Recent developments on antibiotic remediations by biochar are promising. Advancements in biochar engineering enhanced biochar remediation efficiency to another level through developing new interactions and bonding abilities with antibiotic pollutants. Especially chemical/metal-composite modification significantly increased catalysis of biochar. The review's main focus is to underline biochar efficiency for the abatement of emerging antibiotic pollutants. Moreover, to relate feedstock, production conditions, and engineering techniques with biochar properties. Also, modification strategies are reviewed to obtain biochar or their composites before examining improved remediation potential ranging from 20 to 552 mg g-1 for various antibiotics. Biochar offers different interactions depending on the surface functionalities e.g., π-π stacking, electrostatic, H-bonding, etc. Biochar and related composites have also been reviewed for remarkable properties e.g., photocatalysis, adsorption, and oxidation processes. Furthermore, future research directions and opportunities for biochar research are discussed.
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- Anil Kumar Patel
- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan; Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan; Centre for Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Lucknow 226 029, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Institute of Marine Science and Technology, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan; Maritime Science and Technology, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan; Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan; Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan; Centre for Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Lucknow 226 029, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Shaanxi Province 712100, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Biological Engineering, College of Engineering, Konkuk University, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea
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- Academy of Scientific and Innovation Research (AcSIR) at CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum (IIP), Dehradun 248005, Uttarakhand, India; Biomass Conversion Area (BCA), Material Resource Efficiency Division (MRED), CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum (IIP), Dehradun 248005, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan; Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan.
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Katiyar R, Chen CW, Singhania RR, Tsai ML, Saratale GD, Pandey A, Dong CD, Patel AK. Efficient remediation of antibiotic pollutants from the environment by innovative biochar: current updates and prospects. Bioengineered 2022; 13:14730-14748. [PMID: 36098071 PMCID: PMC9481080 DOI: 10.1080/21655979.2022.2108564] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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The increased antibiotic consumption and their improper management led to serious antibiotic pollution and its exposure to the environment develops multidrug resistance in microbes against antibiotics. The entry rate of antibiotics to the environment is much higher than its exclusion; therefore, efficient removal is a high priority to reduce the harmful impact of antibiotics on human health and the environment. Recent developments in cost-effective and efficient biochar preparation are noticeable for their effective removal. Moreover, biochar engineering advancements enhanced biochar remediation performance several folds more than in its pristine forms. Biochar engineering provides several new interactions and bonding abilities with antibiotic pollutants to increase remediation efficiency. Especially heteroatoms-doping significantly increased catalysis of biochar. The main focus of this review is to underline the crucial role of biochar in the abatement of emerging antibiotic pollutants. A detailed analysis of both native and engineered biochar is provided in this article for antibiotic remediation. There has also been discussion of how biochar properties relate to feedstock, production conditions and manufacturing technologies, and engineering techniques. It is possible to produce biochar with different surface functionalities by varying the feedstock or by modifying the pristine biochar with different chemicals and preparing composites. Subsequently, the interaction of biochar with antibiotic pollutants was compared and reviewed. Depending on the surface functionalities of biochar, they offer different types of interactions e.g., π-π stacking, electrostatic, and H-bonding to adsorb on the biochar surface. This review demonstrates how biochar and related composites have optimized for maximum removal performance by regulating key parameters. Furthermore, future research directions and opportunities for biochar research are discussed.
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- Ravi Katiyar
- Institute of Maritime Science and Technology, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City, Kaohsiung, 81157, Taiwan
- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City, Kaohsiung, 81157, Taiwan
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City, Kaohsiung, 81157, Taiwan
- Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City, 81157, Taiwan
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City, Kaohsiung, 81157, Taiwan
- Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City, 81157, Taiwan
- Centre for Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Lucknow 226 029, India
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- Department of Seafood Science, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung city, Kaohsiung, 81157, Taiwan
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- Department of Food Science and Biotechnology, Dongguk University-Seoul, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si 10326, South Korea
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- Centre for Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Lucknow 226 029, India
- Centre for Innovation and Translational Research, CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, 226 001, India
- Sustainability Cluster, School of Engineering, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun 248 007, India
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City, Kaohsiung, 81157, Taiwan
- Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City, 81157, Taiwan
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City, Kaohsiung, 81157, Taiwan
- Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City, 81157, Taiwan
- Centre for Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Lucknow 226 029, India
- Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology, National Kaohsiung University of Technology, Kaohsiung City, 81157, Taiwan
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Singh S, Arputharaj E, Dahms HU, Patel AK, Huang YL. Chitosan-based nanocomposites for removal of Cr(VI) and synthetic food colorants from wastewater. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2022; 351:127018. [PMID: 35307519 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2022.127018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2022] [Revised: 03/10/2022] [Accepted: 03/13/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Current study aims to synthesize chitosan/polyvinyl alcohol (CS/PVA), poly(ethyleneimine), and Fe3O4 impregnated beads for co-removal of Cr(VI) and toxic azo-dyes from wastewater. The mesoporous PEI@AC@Fe3O4 exhibits magnetism and enhanced physisorption by higher specific-porosity (2.1 nm) from Cr(VI) radii (0.044 nm). Moreover, surface functional groups (-OH, -NH, -NH2, -COOH etc.), especially amines enhance ionic bonding due to positive zeta potential. Hence, it is unique for anionic dyes removal under a wide pH range. It showed maximum adsorption capacity 98, 85.5, 85.8, and 91%, or 199.8, 148, 167, 176.5 mg g-1 respectively for Cr(VI), tartrazine, sunset yellow, and erythrosine. Surface adsorption of Cr(VI) and its transition into Cr(III) was confirmed by EDX. Langmuir isotherm and pseudo-first-order kinetics best fit the adsorption of Cr(VI) and azo-dyes confirming their monolayer physisorption on adsorbent surface. Synthesized adsorbent examined in wastewater purification prototype for efficient removal of different simulated wastewaters confirms its potential for real-world applications.
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- Shivangi Singh
- Department of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Department of Biomedical Science and Environmental Biology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Department of Biomedical Science and Environmental Biology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Environmental Biology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Department of Marine Biotechnology and Resources, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Research Center for Environmental Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan; Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan; Centre for Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Lucknow 226 029, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Research Center for Environmental Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Department of Chemistry, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
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Apollon W, Rusyn I, González-Gamboa N, Kuleshova T, Luna-Maldonado AI, Vidales-Contreras JA, Kamaraj SK. Improvement of zero waste sustainable recovery using microbial energy generation systems: A comprehensive review. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2022; 817:153055. [PMID: 35032528 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2022.153055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2021] [Revised: 12/22/2021] [Accepted: 01/07/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Microbial energy generation systems, i.e., bioelectrochemical systems (BESs) are promising sustainable technologies that have been used in different fields of application such as biofuel production, biosensor, nutrient recovery, wastewater treatment, and heavy metals removal. However, BESs face great challenges such as large-scale application in real time, low power performance, and suitable materials for their configuration. This review paper aimed to discuss the use of BES systems such as conventional microbial fuel cells (MFCs), as well as plant microbial fuel cell (P-MFC), sediment microbial fuel cell (S-MFC), constructed wetland microbial fuel cell (CW-MFC), osmotic microbial fuel cell (OsMFC), photo-bioelectrochemical fuel cell (PBFC), and MFC-Fenton systems in the zero waste sustainable recovery process. Firstly, the configuration and electrode materials used in BESs as the main sources to improve the performance of these technologies are discussed. Additionally, zero waste recovery process from solid and wastewater feedstock, i.e., energy recovery: electricity generation (from 12 to 26,680 mW m-2) and fuel generation, i.e., H2 (170 ± 2.7 L-1 L-1 d-1) and CH4 (107.6 ± 3.2 mL-1 g-1), nutrient recovery of 100% (PO43-P), and 13-99% (NH4+-N), heavy metal removal/recovery: water recovery, nitrate (100%), sulfate (53-99%), and sulfide recovery/removal (99%), antibiotic, dye removal, and other product recovery are critically analyzed in this review paper. Finally, the perspective and challenges, and future outlook are highlighted. There is no doubt that BES technologies are an economical option for the simultaneous zero waste elimination and energy recovery. However, more research is required to carry out the large-scale application of BES, as well as their commercialization.
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- Wilgince Apollon
- Department of Agricultural and Food Engineering, Faculty of Agronomy, Autonomous University of Nuevo León, Francisco Villa S/N, Ex-Hacienda El Canadá, General Escobedo, Nuevo León 66050, Mexico.
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- Department of Ecology and Sustainaible Environmental Management, Viacheslav Chornovil Institute of Sustainable Development, Lviv Polytechnic National University, Stepan Bandera st., 12, Lviv 79013, Ukraine
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- Renewable Energy Unit, Yucatan Center for Scientist Research, Carretera Sierra Papacal-Chuburná Puerto Km 5, CP 97302 Sierra Papacal, Yucatan, Mexico
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- Agrophysical Research Institute, Department of Plant Lightphysiology and Agroecosystem Bioproductivity, 195220 Saint-Petersburg 14, Grazhdanskiy pr., Russia
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- Department of Agricultural and Food Engineering, Faculty of Agronomy, Autonomous University of Nuevo León, Francisco Villa S/N, Ex-Hacienda El Canadá, General Escobedo, Nuevo León 66050, Mexico
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- Department of Agricultural and Food Engineering, Faculty of Agronomy, Autonomous University of Nuevo León, Francisco Villa S/N, Ex-Hacienda El Canadá, General Escobedo, Nuevo León 66050, Mexico
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- TecNM-Instituto Tecnológico El Llano Aguascalientes (ITEL), Laboratorio de Medio Ambiente Sostenible, Km.18 Carretera Aguascalientes-San Luis Potosí, El Llano Ags. C.P. 20330, Mexico.
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Łapczyńska-Kordon B, Ślipek Z, Słomka-Polonis K, Styks J, Hebda T, Francik S. Physicochemical Properties of Biochar Produced from Goldenrod Plants. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 15:2615. [PMID: 35407947 PMCID: PMC9000654 DOI: 10.3390/ma15072615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2021] [Revised: 03/30/2022] [Accepted: 03/31/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Torrefaction is one of the methods of thermal treatment of biomass, which allows obtaining a product of better quality in the form of biochar. The aim of the paper was to analyze the possibility of using goldenrod (Solidago canadensis, Solidago gigantea) for the production of biochar. The torrefaction process involved the vegetative and generative parts as well as the whole plant at temperatures of 250 °C and 275 °C, for 3 h. Next, the physicochemical properties of the raw material and biochar were determined, namely moisture content, ash content, volatile matter content, calorific value, and heat of combustion. The bulk density of raw biomass and biochar was also determined. It was found that after biomass torrefaction, the ash content, calorific value, and heat of combustion increased, while volatile matter content decreased. It has been observed that in both the case of raw biomass and biochar, the plant species and the sampled parts have a significant impact on the ash content, volatile matter content, calorific value, and heat of combustion.
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- Bogusława Łapczyńska-Kordon
- Department of Mechanical Engineering and Agrophysics, Faculty of Production Engineering and Energetics, University of Agriculture in Krakow, Balicka 120, 30-149 Krakow, Poland; (K.S.-P.); (J.S.); (T.H.); (S.F.)
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- Technical Institute, State Higher Vocational School, Staszica 1, 33-300 Nowy Sącz, Poland;
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering and Agrophysics, Faculty of Production Engineering and Energetics, University of Agriculture in Krakow, Balicka 120, 30-149 Krakow, Poland; (K.S.-P.); (J.S.); (T.H.); (S.F.)
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering and Agrophysics, Faculty of Production Engineering and Energetics, University of Agriculture in Krakow, Balicka 120, 30-149 Krakow, Poland; (K.S.-P.); (J.S.); (T.H.); (S.F.)
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering and Agrophysics, Faculty of Production Engineering and Energetics, University of Agriculture in Krakow, Balicka 120, 30-149 Krakow, Poland; (K.S.-P.); (J.S.); (T.H.); (S.F.)
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering and Agrophysics, Faculty of Production Engineering and Energetics, University of Agriculture in Krakow, Balicka 120, 30-149 Krakow, Poland; (K.S.-P.); (J.S.); (T.H.); (S.F.)
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Ahuja V, Bhatt AK, Varjani S, Choi KY, Kim SH, Yang YH, Bhatia SK. Quantum dot synthesis from waste biomass and its applications in energy and bioremediation. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 293:133564. [PMID: 35007612 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.133564] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2021] [Revised: 12/31/2021] [Accepted: 01/06/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Quantum dots (QDs) are getting special attention due to their commendable optical properties and applications. Conventional metal-based QDs have toxicity and non-biodegradability issues, thus it becomes necessary to search for renewable precursor molecules for QDs synthesis. In recent years, biomass-based carbon rich QDs (CQDs) have been introduced which are mainly synthesised via carbonization (pyrolysis and hydrothermal treatment). These CQDs offered higher photostability, biocompatibility, low-toxicity, and easy tunability for physicochemical properties. Exceptional optical properties become a point of attraction for its multifaceted applications in various sectors like fabrication of electrodes and solar cells, conversion of solar energy to electricity, detection of pollutants, designing biosensors, etc. In recent years, a lot of work has been done in this field. This article will summarize these advancements along in a special context to biomass-based QDs and their applications in energy and the environment.
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- Vishal Ahuja
- Department of Biotechnology, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla, 171005, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla, 171005, India
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- Gujarat Pollution Control Board, Gandhinagar, 382010, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, College of Engineering, Ajou University, Suwon, South Korea
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- School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Yonsei University, Seoul, 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biological Engineering, College of Engineering, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029, Republic of Korea; Institute for Ubiquitous Information Technology and Applications, Seoul, 05029, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biological Engineering, College of Engineering, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029, Republic of Korea; Institute for Ubiquitous Information Technology and Applications, Seoul, 05029, Republic of Korea.
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Rational design of microporous biochar based on ion exchange using carboxyl as an anchor for high-efficiency capture of gaseous p-xylene. Sep Purif Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2021.120402] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Li J, Shang Y, Wei W, Liu Z, Qiao Y, Qin S, Tian Y. Comparative Study on Pyrolysis Kinetics Behavior and High-Temperature Fast Pyrolysis Product Analysis of Coastal Zone and Land Biomasses. ACS OMEGA 2022; 7:10144-10155. [PMID: 35382276 PMCID: PMC8973058 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.1c06363] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2021] [Accepted: 02/24/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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The pyrolysis characteristics of land biomass (corn stalks (Cs), pine sawdust (Ps)) and coastal zone biomass (Jerusalem artichoke stalks (JAs) and reed (Re)) were investigated based on thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and products' analysis. The kinetic parameters were obtained by three isoconversional methods (Friedman, KAS, and FWO) and one model-fitting method (DAEM). The simultaneous effect of high temperature (700-900 °C) and high heating rate (1000 °C/s) on the pyrolysis product simulating the typical conditions of a fluidized bed gasifier was studied. TGA showed that high heating rates deepen the thermal cracking process of biomass. Compared with the land biomass, the initial decomposition temperature (T i ) of the coastal biomass is reduced significantly owing to its higher proportion of hemicellulose. These methods agree with the trends shown by the activation energy (E a) distribution calculated, with fluctuations between 160 and 350 kJ/mol. The mean value activation energies of Re and JAs were higher than those of Cs and Ps between 10% and 90% conversion. The DAEM model showed that Cs and JAs have a good linear relationship between ln A and E α during the main pyrolysis stage, while Ps and Re are relatively weaker. The kinetic compensation effect was evident for Cs and JAs during the main thermal cracking stage. Py-GC-MS results confirmed that phenols, hydrocarbons, PAHs, and oxygen heterocycle compounds were strongly present in the released volatile products. High-temperature fast pyrolysis of JAs produced a larger amount of PAH compounds than from Cs, Ps, and Re. A larger amount of hydrocarbons and phenols was generated from high-temperature fast pyrolysis of Ps. Some oxygen-containing volatiles are easily converted into aromatic products with higher stability under high temperature.
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- Jie Li
- College
of Safety and Environmental Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, Shandong 266590, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Heavy Oil Processing, China University of Petroleum (East China), Qingdao, Shandong 266580, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Heavy Oil Processing, China University of Petroleum (East China), Qingdao, Shandong 266580, China
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- Yantai
Institute of Coastal Zone Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Yantai, Shandong 264003, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Heavy Oil Processing, China University of Petroleum (East China), Qingdao, Shandong 266580, China
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- Yantai
Institute of Coastal Zone Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Yantai, Shandong 264003, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Heavy Oil Processing, China University of Petroleum (East China), Qingdao, Shandong 266580, China
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Nguyen DD, Quy Duc Pham T, Tanveer M, Khan H, Park JW, Park CW, Kim GM. Deep learning-based optimization of a microfluidic membraneless fuel cell for maximum power density via data-driven three-dimensional multiphysics simulation. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2022; 348:126794. [PMID: 35149180 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2022.126794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2021] [Revised: 01/26/2022] [Accepted: 01/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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A deep learning-based method for optimizing a membraneless microfluidic fuel cell (MMFC)performance by combining the artificial neural network (ANN) and genetic algorithm (GA) was for the first time introduced. A three-dimensional multiphysics model that had an accuracy equivalent to experimental results (R2 = 0.976) was employed to generate the ANN's training data. The constructed ANN is equivalent to the simulation (R2 = 0.999) but with far better computation resource efficiency as the ANN's execution time is only 0.041 s. The ANN model is then used by the GA to determine the inputs (microchannel length = 10.040 mm, width = 0.501 mm, height = 0.635 mm; temperature = 288.210 K, cell voltage = 0.309 V) that lead to the maximum power density of 0.263 mWcm-2 (current density of 0.852 mAcm-2) of the MMFC. The ANN-GA and numerically calculated maximum power densities differed only by 0.766%.
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- Dang Dinh Nguyen
- School of Mechanical Engineering, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, South Korea; National Research Institute of Mechanical Engineering, No.4 Pham Van Dong street, Cau Giay district, Ha Noi, Viet Nam
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- Institute of Strategies Development, Thu Dau Mot University, 06 Tran Van On, Phu Hoa, Binh Duong, Viet Nam
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- School of Mechanical Engineering, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, South Korea
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- School of Mechanical Engineering, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, South Korea
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- School of Mechanical Engineering, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, South Korea
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- School of Mechanical Engineering, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, South Korea
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- School of Mechanical Engineering, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, South Korea.
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Tsai CY, Lin PY, Hsieh SL, Kirankumar R, Patel AK, Singhania RR, Dong CD, Chen CW, Hsieh S. Engineered mesoporous biochar derived from rice husk for efficient removal of malachite green from wastewaters. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2022; 347:126749. [PMID: 35066130 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2022.126749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2021] [Revised: 01/16/2022] [Accepted: 01/18/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Extremely soluble Malachite green (MG) acts as potential carcinogen for aquatic life in polluted aqueous environments. Current study aims to modify rice husk derived biochar to improve its removal efficiency for MG from MG-containing wastewaters. The hydrothermal alkali activation was effective for preparing modified biochar (RHMB) from native biochar (RHB) derived from rice husk. After modification, surface area and pore volume of RHMB was determined respectively 434.62 m2g-1 and 287.28 cm3g-1, significantly improved from native RHB values 21.764 m2g-1 and 65.53 cm3g-1. Pseudo second order kinetic model fitted well. RHMB exhibits an equilibrium adsorption capacity of 373.02 mg g-1. RHMB showed an excellent MG removal ability and was not susceptible to ion interference even at highly saline environments. It has exhibited 96.96 ± 1.17% removal efficiency of MG and is expected to be used as potential adsorbent for MG remediation from aquaculture wastewater and other MG containing industrial wastewaters.
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- Chen-Yu Tsai
- Department of Chemistry, National Sun Yat-sen University, Kaohsiung 80424, Taiwan
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- Department of Chemistry, National Sun Yat-sen University, Kaohsiung 80424, Taiwan
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- Department of Seafood Science, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung 81157, Taiwan
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung 81157, Taiwan; Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung 81157, Taiwan; Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung 81157, Taiwan; Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan
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- Department of Marine Environmental Engineering, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung 81157, Taiwan; Sustainable Environment Research Center, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung City 81157, Taiwan
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- Department of Chemistry, National Sun Yat-sen University, Kaohsiung 80424, Taiwan; School of Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan; Regenerative Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan.
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Nano-Biochar as a Sustainable Catalyst for Anaerobic Digestion: A Synergetic Closed-Loop Approach. Catalysts 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/catal12020186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Nowadays, the valorization of organic wastes using various carbon-capturing technologies is a prime research area. The anaerobic digestion (AD) technology is gaining much consideration in this regard that simultaneously deals with waste valorization and bioenergy production sustainably. Biochar, a well-recognized carbonaceous pyrogenic material and possessing a broad range of inherent physical and chemical properties, has diverse applications in the fields of agriculture, health-care, sensing, catalysis, carbon capture, the environment and energy. The nano-biochar-amended anaerobic digestion approach has intensively been explored for the past few years. However, an inclusive study of multi-functional roles of biochar and the mechanism involved for enhancing the biogas production via the AD process still need to be evaluated. The present review inspects the significant role of biochar addition and the kinetics involved, further focusing on the limitations, perspectives, and challenges of the technology. Additionally, the techno-economic analysis and life-cycle assessment of biochar-aided AD process for the closed-loop integration of biochar and AD and possible improvement practices are discussed.
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Prado CA, Antunes FAF, Rocha TM, Sánchez-Muñoz S, Barbosa FG, Terán-Hilares R, Cruz-Santos MM, Arruda GL, da Silva SS, Santos JC. A review on recent developments in hydrodynamic cavitation and advanced oxidative processes for pretreatment of lignocellulosic materials. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2022; 345:126458. [PMID: 34863850 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2021.126458] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2021] [Revised: 11/25/2021] [Accepted: 11/26/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Environmental problems due to utilization of fossil-derived materials for energy and chemical generation has prompted the use of renewable alternative sources, such as lignocellulose biomass (LB). Indeed, the production of biomolecules and biofuels from LB is among the most important current research topics aiming to development a sustainable bioeconomy. Yet, the industrial use of LB is limited by the recalcitrance of biomass, which impairs the hydrolysis of the carbohydrate fractions. Hydrodynamic cavitation (HC) and Advanced Oxidative Processes (AOPs) has been proposed as innovative pretreatment strategies aiming to reduce process time and chemical inputs. Therefore, the underlying mechanisms, procedural strategies, influence on biomass structure, and research gaps were critically discussed in this review. The performed discussion can contribute to future developments, giving a wide overview of the main involved aspects.
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- C A Prado
- Department of Biotechnology, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, postal code 12602-810 Lorena, Brazil
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- Department of Biotechnology, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, postal code 12602-810 Lorena, Brazil
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- Department of Biotechnology, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, postal code 12602-810 Lorena, Brazil
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- Department of Biotechnology, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, postal code 12602-810 Lorena, Brazil
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- Department of Biotechnology, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, postal code 12602-810 Lorena, Brazil
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- Laboratorio de Materiales, Universidad Católica de Santa María - UCSM, Urb. San José, San Jose S/n, Yanahuara, Arequipa, Perú
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- Department of Biotechnology, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, postal code 12602-810 Lorena, Brazil
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- Department of Biotechnology, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, postal code 12602-810 Lorena, Brazil
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- Department of Biotechnology, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, postal code 12602-810 Lorena, Brazil
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- Department of Biotechnology, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, postal code 12602-810 Lorena, Brazil.
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Ayub HMU, Ahmed A, Lam SS, Lee J, Show PL, Park YK. Sustainable valorization of algae biomass via thermochemical processing route: An overview. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2022; 344:126399. [PMID: 34822981 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2021.126399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2021] [Revised: 11/13/2021] [Accepted: 11/17/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Biofuels have become an attractive energy source because of the growing energy demand and environmental issues faced by fossil fuel consumption. Algal biomass, particularly microalgae, has excellent potential as feedstock to be converted to bio-oil, biochar, and combustible syngas via thermochemical conversion processes. Third-generation biofuels from microalgal feedstock are the promising option, followed by the first-generation and second-generation biofuels. This paper provides a review of the applications of thermochemical conversion techniques for biofuel production from algal biomass, comprising pyrolysis, gasification, liquefaction, and combustion processes. The progress in the thermochemical conversion of algal biomass is summarized, emphasizing the application of pyrolysis for its benefits over other processes. The review also encompasses the challenges and perspectives associated with the valorization of microalgae to biofuels ascertaining the potential opportunities and possibilities of extending the research into this area.
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- School of Environmental Engineering, University of Seoul, 02504, Republic of Korea; Institute for Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities, Victoria University, Melbourne 8001, Australia
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- Higher Institution Centre of Excellence (HICoE), Institute of Tropical Aquaculture and Fisheries (AKUATROP), Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, 21030 Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia
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- Department of Environmental and Safety Engineering & Department of Energy Systems Research, Ajou University, 206 World Cup-ro, Suwon 16499, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Nottingham Malaysia, Jalan Broga, 43500 Semenyih, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
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- School of Environmental Engineering, University of Seoul, 02504, Republic of Korea.
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Nanomaterial conjugated lignocellulosic waste: cost-effective production of sustainable bioenergy using enzymes. 3 Biotech 2021; 11:480. [PMID: 34790504 DOI: 10.1007/s13205-021-03002-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2021] [Accepted: 09/26/2021] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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The demand for novel and renewable sources of energy has increased as a result of rapid population growth, limited sources of bioenergy, and environmental pollution, caused by excessive use of fossil fuels. The need to meet future energy demands have motivated researchers to search for alternative and sustainable sources of energy. The bioconversion of lignocellulosic waste (agricultural and food waste) into biofuels shows competitive promises. Lignocellulosic waste is easily accessible and has a large enzyme system that can be immobilised onto nano-matrices. Consequently, resulting in higher biofuel production and process efficiency. However, the excessive production cost of the current procedures, which involve physical, chemical, and enzymatic reactions, is limited. The use of nanomaterials has recently been shown to concentrate lignocellulosic waste, therefore, reviewing the quest for efficient production of sustainable and cost-effective development of bioenergy from lignocellulosic wastes. This review paper explores the advanced strategies of using nanobiotechnology to combine enzyme-conjugated nanosystems for the cost-effective production of sustainable bioenergy solutions. This research will help to develop an inexpensive, eco-friendly technology for biofuels production and also help overcome the environmental burden of lignocellulosic waste worldwide.
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Biochar Nanoparticles over TiO2 Nanotube Arrays: A Green Co-Catalyst to Boost the Photocatalytic Degradation of Organic Pollutants. Catalysts 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/catal11091048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Biochar nanoparticles (BC NPs), produced by low temperature pyrolysis (350 °C) of microalgae (Nannochloropsis sp.) and nutshells, are proposed as low-cost and sustainable co-catalysts to promote the photocatalytic activity of TiO2 nanotube (NT) arrays towards the degradation of methylene blue (MB) used as an organic pollutant model molecule. BC NPs (size < 25 nm) were obtained by treating bulk BC (i.e., biomass after pyrolysis) by sonication–centrifugation cycles in a water solution. The filtered BC NPs dispersion was deposited by simple drop-casting on the TiO2 NT support. The BC loading was varied by performing multiple depositions. Photocatalytic experiments under UV light (365 nm) revealed that the decoration with BC NPs significantly improves the TiO2 photoactivity. Such enhancement is mainly influenced by the amount of BC deposited; upon optimizing the BC deposition conditions, the rate of photocatalytic degradation of MB increases approximately three times with respect to bare TiO2, almost irrespective of the nature of the raw material. The greater photocatalytic activity of BC-TiO2 can be attributed to the synergistic combination of reactant/product adsorption and catalytic degradation of the adsorbed organic pollutant, as well as an improved charge carrier separation and electron transfer.
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A continuous increase in global population is demanding more development and industrialization, which leads to the production of various waste such as municipal wastewater, agricultural waste, industrial waste, medical waste, electronic wastes, etc [...]
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