This book covers recent developments in process systems engineering
(PSE) for efficient resource use in biomass conversion systems. It
provides an overview of process development in biomass conversion
systems with focus on biorefineries involving the production and
coproduction of fuels, heating, cooling, and chemicals. The scope
includes grassroots and retrofitting applications. In order to reach
high levels of processing efficiency, it also covers techniques and
applications of natural-resource (mass and energy) conservation.
Technical, economic, environmental, and social aspects of biorefineries
are discussed and reconciled. The assessment scales vary from unit- to
process- and life-cycle or supply chain levels.
The chapters are written by leading experts from around the world, and
present an integrated set of contributions. Providing a comprehensive,
multi-dimensional analysis of various aspects of bioenergy systems, the
book is suitable for both academic researchers and energy professionals
in industry.