3rd Edition of Global Conference on Biofuels and Bioenergy
September 17-19, 2026 | Rome, Italy
Lignocellulosic Biomass for Biofuel Production
One of the most promising non-food feedstocks, lignocellulosic biomass for biofuel production, offers an abundant and renewable energy source. Composed of cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin, its complex structure presents challenges in efficient breakdown and conversion. Recent advances in pretreatment methods, including steam explosion, acid hydrolysis, and enzymatic digestion, have improved sugar release for bioethanol fermentation. Additionally, lignin valorization is gaining attention for producing bio-based chemicals and fuels, increasing overall process viability. Innovations in microbial engineering and consolidated bioprocessing are streamlining conversion pathways, enhancing yields, and lowering costs. As sustainability remains a priority, further refining these technologies is essential for making lignocellulosic biofuels a scalable alternative to fossil-based energy sources.
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