A Review on Advanced Processes of Biohydrogen Generation from Lignocellulosic Biomass with Special Emphasis on Thermochemical Conversion

Rajat Kumar Sharma (), Mohammad Ali Nazari, Juma Haydary (), Triveni Prasad Singh and Sandip Mandal
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Rajat Kumar Sharma: Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar 263145, India
Mohammad Ali Nazari: Institute of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Chemical and Food Technology, Slovak University of Technology, Radlinskeho 9, 812 37 Bratislava, Slovakia
Juma Haydary: Institute of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Chemical and Food Technology, Slovak University of Technology, Radlinskeho 9, 812 37 Bratislava, Slovakia
Triveni Prasad Singh: Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar 263145, India
Sandip Mandal: ICAR-Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Bhopal 462038, India

Energies, 2023, vol. 16, issue 17, 1-27

Abstract: The utilization of lignocellulosic biomass as an alternative energy source presents a promising opportunity to achieve a future energy system that is clean and free from CO 2 emissions. To realize this potential, it is crucial to develop effective techniques for converting biomass and organic solid waste into secondary energy sources. Among the available options, hydrogen production stands out due to its numerous advantages, including its cleanliness, versatility in conversion and utilization technologies, high energy efficiency, and dense energy content per unit weight. This article offers a comprehensive overview of different conversion pathways and important technologies for generating hydrogen from biomass and organic solid waste. It specifically focuses on the thermochemical conversion process, which shows promise as an economically viable approach. While certain thermochemical conversion processes are still in the developmental phase, utilizing organic biomass for hydrogen production is widely recommended due to its ability to yield higher amounts of end products and its compatibility with existing facilities. However, it should be noted that this method necessitates a substantial amount of energy due to its endothermic nature. This article also explores alternative hydrogen conversion technologies and their potential for utilizing organic biomass as a feedstock, while addressing the challenges and limitations associated with these methods.

Keywords: biohydrogen; thermochemical conversion; biomass; syngas; gasification (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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