Royal Society of Chemistry - Ionic Liquids in the Biorefinery Concept

Explore the evolving landscape of sustainable chemical engineering with Ionic Liquids in the Biorefinery Concept: Challenges and Perspectives. Part of the Green Chemistry Series (Volume 36), this book examines how ionic liquid technologies can transform future biorefineries. As industries shift toward more sustainable practices, understanding the application of ionic liquids is essential. This text covers the entire biomass valorisation chain, providing insights into biomass pre-treatment, fractionation processes, and extraction methods. It also addresses downstream separation and the purification of high value added products and chemicals. By summarizing recent achievements in biomass processing, this work serves as a modern alternative to conventional processes. It is designed for researchers and professionals looking to understand how ionic liquids function within the framework of green chemistry to create efficient, sustainable production cycles.