This paper reviews the technical feasibility and economics of biomass integrated gasification–Fischer
Tropsch (BIG-FT) processes in general, identifies most promising system …

In this article, a model for estimating bioenergy production potentials in 2050, called the
Quickscan model, is presented. In addition, a review of existing studies is carried out, using …

Rural communities in developing countries lack access to affordable, reliable, and
sustainable forms of energy, which are essential factors for improving living conditions. These …

The state of the art of hydrolysis-fermentation technologies to produce ethanol from
lignocellulosic biomass, as well as developing technologies, is evaluated. Promising conversion …

An energy and greenhouse gas (GHG) balance study was performed on the production of
the bioplastic polyethylene furandicarboxylate (PEF) starting from corn based fructose. The …

Technical and economic prospects of the future production of methanol and hydrogen from
biomass have been evaluated. A technology review, including promising future components, …

The pre-treatment step has a significant influence on the performance of bioenergy chains,
especially on logistics. Torrefaction, pelletisation and pyrolysis technologies can convert …

Bio-energy is seen as one of the key options to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and
substitute fossil fuels. This is certainly evident in Europe, where a kaleidoscope of activities and …

Fischer–Tropsch (FT) diesel derived from biomass via gasification is an attractive clean and
carbon neutral transportation fuel, directly usable in the present transport sector. System …

To assess which biofuels have the better potential for the short-term or the longer term (2030),
and what developments are necessary to improve the performance of biofuels, the …