Abstract Macroalgae is a large group of plant-like organisms that dovetail into the third generat... more Abstract Macroalgae is a large group of plant-like organisms that dovetail into the third generation of renewable feedstocks within the biorefinery context, which implies a conversion of biomass to generate multiple biobased products such as biofuels. These could be bioethanol, biogas, bio-oil, biodiesel, biohydrogen, and biobutanol, amongst others. The storage components of macroalgae, namely carbohydrates and lipids, and the absence or near absence of lignin, make macroalgae an attractive raw material for conversion into biofuels. In this review, we detail some of the foremost pathways used in macroalgal biofuel production and discuss the respective advantages and problems associated with each development. The diverse range of different macroalgal species that have been utilized for biofuel production, alongside their biochemical composition and feasibility for large-scale cultivation, will also be addressed herein. Lastly, Mexico's status regarding energy dependence and biofuels production are discussed and how the country's current battle with an invasive species that is overpopulating its shoreline could become beneficial for biofuel production.
Abstract Macroalgae is a large group of plant-like organisms that dovetail into the third generat... more Abstract Macroalgae is a large group of plant-like organisms that dovetail into the third generation of renewable feedstocks within the biorefinery context, which implies a conversion of biomass to generate multiple biobased products such as biofuels. These could be bioethanol, biogas, bio-oil, biodiesel, biohydrogen, and biobutanol, amongst others. The storage components of macroalgae, namely carbohydrates and lipids, and the absence or near absence of lignin, make macroalgae an attractive raw material for conversion into biofuels. In this review, we detail some of the foremost pathways used in macroalgal biofuel production and discuss the respective advantages and problems associated with each development. The diverse range of different macroalgal species that have been utilized for biofuel production, alongside their biochemical composition and feasibility for large-scale cultivation, will also be addressed herein. Lastly, Mexico's status regarding energy dependence and biofuels production are discussed and how the country's current battle with an invasive species that is overpopulating its shoreline could become beneficial for biofuel production.
Fast demographic growth has led to increasing interest in low-cost alternative protein sources to... more Fast demographic growth has led to increasing interest in low-cost alternative protein sources to meet population needs.
Abstract Biorefineries are an operational processing strategy similar to classic petroleum bioref... more Abstract Biorefineries are an operational processing strategy similar to classic petroleum biorefineries in the production of energy and products. However, the biorefineries use renewable sources (biomass) as feedstock. In these days, the biorefineries of second generation from lignocellulosic biomass are a promising strategy in the production of high added value compounds as the xylooligosaccharides (XOs) from hemicellulose fraction of lignocellulosic biomass. The XOs can be applied in different areas as food, energy, materials, promoting the sustainability of the biorefinery model in terms of a circular bioeconomy. This review provides the latest advances in the processing of biomass; production, general properties and structural characteristics, advances in industrial scale and commercial potential of XOs. Also, the production of XOS in continuous processing operation as an important strategy at pilot and industrial level for biotechnological application is presented.
Abstract Macroalgae is a large group of plant-like organisms that dovetail into the third generat... more Abstract Macroalgae is a large group of plant-like organisms that dovetail into the third generation of renewable feedstocks within the biorefinery context, which implies a conversion of biomass to generate multiple biobased products such as biofuels. These could be bioethanol, biogas, bio-oil, biodiesel, biohydrogen, and biobutanol, amongst others. The storage components of macroalgae, namely carbohydrates and lipids, and the absence or near absence of lignin, make macroalgae an attractive raw material for conversion into biofuels. In this review, we detail some of the foremost pathways used in macroalgal biofuel production and discuss the respective advantages and problems associated with each development. The diverse range of different macroalgal species that have been utilized for biofuel production, alongside their biochemical composition and feasibility for large-scale cultivation, will also be addressed herein. Lastly, Mexico's status regarding energy dependence and biofuels production are discussed and how the country's current battle with an invasive species that is overpopulating its shoreline could become beneficial for biofuel production.
Abstract Macroalgae is a large group of plant-like organisms that dovetail into the third generat... more Abstract Macroalgae is a large group of plant-like organisms that dovetail into the third generation of renewable feedstocks within the biorefinery context, which implies a conversion of biomass to generate multiple biobased products such as biofuels. These could be bioethanol, biogas, bio-oil, biodiesel, biohydrogen, and biobutanol, amongst others. The storage components of macroalgae, namely carbohydrates and lipids, and the absence or near absence of lignin, make macroalgae an attractive raw material for conversion into biofuels. In this review, we detail some of the foremost pathways used in macroalgal biofuel production and discuss the respective advantages and problems associated with each development. The diverse range of different macroalgal species that have been utilized for biofuel production, alongside their biochemical composition and feasibility for large-scale cultivation, will also be addressed herein. Lastly, Mexico's status regarding energy dependence and biofuels production are discussed and how the country's current battle with an invasive species that is overpopulating its shoreline could become beneficial for biofuel production.
Abstract Macroalgae is a large group of plant-like organisms that dovetail into the third generat... more Abstract Macroalgae is a large group of plant-like organisms that dovetail into the third generation of renewable feedstocks within the biorefinery context, which implies a conversion of biomass to generate multiple biobased products such as biofuels. These could be bioethanol, biogas, bio-oil, biodiesel, biohydrogen, and biobutanol, amongst others. The storage components of macroalgae, namely carbohydrates and lipids, and the absence or near absence of lignin, make macroalgae an attractive raw material for conversion into biofuels. In this review, we detail some of the foremost pathways used in macroalgal biofuel production and discuss the respective advantages and problems associated with each development. The diverse range of different macroalgal species that have been utilized for biofuel production, alongside their biochemical composition and feasibility for large-scale cultivation, will also be addressed herein. Lastly, Mexico's status regarding energy dependence and biofuels production are discussed and how the country's current battle with an invasive species that is overpopulating its shoreline could become beneficial for biofuel production.
Fast demographic growth has led to increasing interest in low-cost alternative protein sources to... more Fast demographic growth has led to increasing interest in low-cost alternative protein sources to meet population needs.
Abstract Biorefineries are an operational processing strategy similar to classic petroleum bioref... more Abstract Biorefineries are an operational processing strategy similar to classic petroleum biorefineries in the production of energy and products. However, the biorefineries use renewable sources (biomass) as feedstock. In these days, the biorefineries of second generation from lignocellulosic biomass are a promising strategy in the production of high added value compounds as the xylooligosaccharides (XOs) from hemicellulose fraction of lignocellulosic biomass. The XOs can be applied in different areas as food, energy, materials, promoting the sustainability of the biorefinery model in terms of a circular bioeconomy. This review provides the latest advances in the processing of biomass; production, general properties and structural characteristics, advances in industrial scale and commercial potential of XOs. Also, the production of XOS in continuous processing operation as an important strategy at pilot and industrial level for biotechnological application is presented.
Abstract Macroalgae is a large group of plant-like organisms that dovetail into the third generat... more Abstract Macroalgae is a large group of plant-like organisms that dovetail into the third generation of renewable feedstocks within the biorefinery context, which implies a conversion of biomass to generate multiple biobased products such as biofuels. These could be bioethanol, biogas, bio-oil, biodiesel, biohydrogen, and biobutanol, amongst others. The storage components of macroalgae, namely carbohydrates and lipids, and the absence or near absence of lignin, make macroalgae an attractive raw material for conversion into biofuels. In this review, we detail some of the foremost pathways used in macroalgal biofuel production and discuss the respective advantages and problems associated with each development. The diverse range of different macroalgal species that have been utilized for biofuel production, alongside their biochemical composition and feasibility for large-scale cultivation, will also be addressed herein. Lastly, Mexico's status regarding energy dependence and biofuels production are discussed and how the country's current battle with an invasive species that is overpopulating its shoreline could become beneficial for biofuel production.
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