3rd Edition of Global Conference on Biofuels and Bioenergy
September 17-19, 2026 | Rome, Italy
Biomass pretreatment
Biomass pretreatment is a crucial step in the biofuel and bioenergy production process. It involves modifying the physical and chemical structure of biomass to enhance its digestibility and efficiency in subsequent conversion processes. This pretreatment can include physical methods like grinding and milling, chemical methods such as acid or alkali treatment, and biological methods using enzymes or microorganisms. The goal is to break down complex lignocellulosic structures, making the cellulose and hemicellulose more accessible for fermentation or gasification. Effective pretreatment improves the yield of biofuels like ethanol and biodiesel and increases the overall efficiency of bioenergy production. By optimizing biomass pretreatment, we can significantly enhance the economic and environmental benefits of bioenergy systems, supporting a more sustainable and renewable energy future.
Dai Yeun Jeong
Asia Climate Change Education Center, Korea, Republic of
David Galan Madruga
Carlos III Health Institute, Spain
Sanjeev Gajjela
Tomato Sustainables LTD, United Kingdom
Suzana Borschiver
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, UFRJ, Brazil
Delia Teresa Sponza
Dokuz Eylul University, Turkey
Tirath Raj
University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, United States
Maren Pauly
SGS Beta, United StatesSubmit your abstract Today
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Arindam Chakraborty, Natures Principles, India
Title : A strategic technological roadmap for the future of biodiesel: Catalytic innovation and process intensification.
Suzana Borschiver, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, UFRJ, Brazil
Title : Biofuel production from waste plastics
Delia Teresa Sponza, Dokuz Eylul University, Turkey
Title : Rethinking the iLUC factor in sustainable aviation fuels
Jorge Antonio Hilbert, Energy and Environmental Consulting Services, Argentina
Title : Hydrogen production from contaminated residual biomass: An integrated gasification and SEWGS process study
Enrico Paris, CREA-IT, Italy
Title : Robust MPPT-based design and simulation of integrated solar PV–hydrogen production systems
Elkhatib Kamal, Ecole Centrale de Nantes, France