Owing
to
the
virtues
of
high
efficiency,
green
and
sustainability,
microalgae
photobioreactor
(PBR)
is
coupled
with
microbial
fuel
cell
(MFC)
achieve
CO2
fixation
electricity/bioenergy
collection.
In
this
paper,
a
novel
self-breathing
oxygen-consuming
carbon
felt
(SOC)
firstly
proposed.
It
subsequently
integrated
into
PBR-MFC
optimize
O2
concentration
distribution
separate
microalgae/bacteria.
The
results
show
that
solution
environment
(pH,
dissolved
oxygen
internal
resistance)
coupling
system
are
significantly
regulated
by
SOC.
pH
electrolyte
in
cathode
increased
2.9%
6.1%,
respectively,
compared
without
anode,
system’s
Rohm
RCT
dramatically
decreased
64.6%,
59.2%
19.0%,
respectively.
Compared
PBR-MFC,
PBR-MFC-SOC-1
has
efficiency
26.7%
power
density
474
mW·m-2,
improving
21.85%
38.81%,
integration
SOC
credited
improvement
performance.
transition
from
“disordered”
“orderly”
porous
ion
transport
channel
eradication
antagonism
between
microorganisms
two
key
aspects
its
favorable
benefits.
This
strategy
integrating
will
provide
new
sight
on
high-efficiency
energy
conversion
technologies
for
Energy & Fuels,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
38(3), P. 1593 - 1617
Published: Jan. 16, 2024
This
review
illuminates
the
pivotal
synergy
between
machine
learning
(ML)
and
biopolymers,
spotlighting
their
combined
potential
to
reshape
sustainable
energy,
fuels,
biochemicals.
Biobased
polymers,
derived
from
renewable
sources,
have
garnered
attention
for
roles
in
energy
fuel
sectors.
These
when
integrated
with
ML
techniques,
exhibit
enhanced
functionalities,
optimizing
systems,
storage,
conversion.
Detailed
case
studies
reveal
of
biobased
polymers
applications
industry,
further
showcasing
how
bolsters
efficiency
innovation.
The
intersection
also
marks
advancements
biochemical
production,
emphasizing
innovations
drug
delivery
medical
device
development.
underscores
imperative
harnessing
convergence
future
global
sustainability
endeavors
collective
evidence
presented
asserts
immense
promise
this
union
holds
steering
a
innovative
trajectory.
Agronomy,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(11), P. 2833 - 2833
Published: Nov. 17, 2023
With
the
global
population
continuing
to
increase,
demand
for
food
and
energy
has
escalated,
resulting
in
severe
environmental
pressures.
Traditional
methods
of
production
have
left
a
significant
footprint
on
environment,
primarily
due
emission
greenhouse
gases
notable
surge
waste
production.
Nevertheless,
scientists
recently
focused
developing
sustainable
solutions
by
managing
biomass
converting
it
into
useful
products.
Various
conversion
technologies,
including
pyrolysis,
gasification,
fermentation,
emerged
transform
materials
valuable
commodities
like
biofuels,
fertilizers,
chemicals.
These
technologies
present
an
alternative
conventional
decrease
reliance
non-renewable
resources.
Furthermore,
by-products
generated
through
conversion,
such
as
biochar,
possess
utility
soil
amendments.
This
review
emphasizes
potential
providing
management,
production,
reducing
negative
impacts
while
agricultural
use.
The
focus
is
Lebanon,
which
facing
crisis,
with
aim
encourage
promote
practices
highlighting
different
green
management
technologies.
Focusing
application
biochar
soil,
our
goal
provide
cost-effective
eco-friendly
various
challenges
Lebanon.
includes
using
from
amendment
boost
crop
yields,
remediate
pollution,
reduce
drought
stress,
address
other
related
issues.
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(5), P. 610 - 610
Published: Feb. 23, 2024
Algae-based
biopolymers
can
be
used
in
diverse
energy-related
applications,
such
as
separators
and
polymer
electrolytes
batteries
fuel
cells
also
microalgal
biofuel,
which
is
regarded
a
highly
renewable
energy
source.
For
these
purposes,
different
physical,
thermochemical,
biochemical
properties
are
necessary,
discussed
within
this
review,
porosity,
high
temperature
resistance,
or
good
mechanical
for
density
abundance
of
the
base
materials
case
along
with
environmental
aspects
using
algae-based
applications.
On
other
hand,
bacterial
often
cellulose
biopolymer
network
binders,
besides
their
potential
use
electrolytes.
In
addition,
they
sustainable
biofuel
producers
converters.
This
review
aims
at
comparing
from
both
aforementioned
sources
conversion
storage.
Challenges
regarding
production
algal
include
low
scalability
cost-effectiveness,
polymers,
slow
growth
rates
non-optimal
fermentation
processes
cause
challenges.
benefits
comparison
conventional
polymers
better
biodegradability
large
advantages
biopolymers,
suggest
further
research
to
make
more
economical.
Biomass,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
4(2), P. 574 - 598
Published: June 6, 2024
Hydrochar,
a
carbonaceous
material
produced
through
hydrothermal
carbonization
of
lignocellulosic
biomass,
has
gained
significant
attention
due
to
its
versatile
applications
in
agriculture,
energy,
and
environmental
protection.
This
review
extensively
explores
hydrochar
production
by
carbonization,
specifically
microwave
supercritical
water
treatment.
These
innovative
approaches
hold
substantial
promises
enhancing
the
efficiency
sustainability
synthesis.
The
commences
with
an
in-depth
analysis
fundamental
principles
governing
production,
emphasizing
distinct
mechanisms
Insightful
discussions
on
influence
critical
process
parameters,
such
as
temperature,
pressure,
residence
time,
underscore
these
factors’
pivotal
role
tailoring
characteristics.
Drawing
wide
array
research
findings,
evaluates
impact
different
biomass
feedstocks
properties,
which
is
crucial
for
optimizing
production.
comparative
assessment
treatment
sheds
light
their
unique
advantages
challenges,
guiding
researchers
toward
informed
decision-making
selection
methods.
Furthermore,
delves
into
myriad
hydrochar,
spanning
soil
amendment,
carbon
sequestration,
renewable
energy.
Environmental
considerations
life
cycle
assessments
associated
are
also
explored,
providing
holistic
perspective
In
conclusion,
this
comprehensive
synthesizes
current
knowledge
from
diverse
sources,
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