Publications
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Overview of Current Developments on Biorefineries World-wide, May 2026
Jun 2026Overview of Current Developments on Biorefineries World-wide During the 34th European Biomass Conference & Exhibition (EUBCE 2026, 19-22 May) in The Hague (NL), our task 42 leader Richard Gosselink presented in the King Willem Alexander room for many observers an overview of current developments on biorefineries world-wide. Next to that a poster presentation about the […]
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Synergies and Services from H2 and Biobased Value Chains Deployment
Jan 2026IEA-Bioenergy_ITP-Synergies_WP3_ReportSynergies and Services from H2 and Biobased Value Chains Deployment Funke – 2025 – Synergies and Services from H2 and Biobased Value Chains Deployment The following Inter-Task Project (ITP) report entitled: Synergies and Services from H2 and Biobased Value Chains Deployment, Case studies have been published with contribution of IEA Bioenergy Tasks 34, 32, 33, […]
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Technical, Economic and Environmental (TEE) Assessment of multiple biorefinery pathways: Synthesis of four IEA Bioenergy Task 42 Case Studies.
Nov 2025This report presents a structured framework for assessing biorefinery development under IEA Bioenergy Task 42, focusing on four case studies evaluated with an integrated Technical, Economic and Environmental (TEE) approach: Fast pyrolysis biorefinery (FPBO, steam, electricity) Biogas/biomethane plant coupled with industrial wastewater treatment (LBG, biofertilizer) Lignocellulosic ethanol biorefinery (ethanol, lignin-CHP, vinasse) Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) […]
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New factsheet published on 4-Platform (Isobutene, C5-stream, lignin, vinasse) biorefinery plant using woody residues for the production of sustainable aviation fuel, lignin-blend asphalt, ETBE, fertilizer, process steam and electricity
Nov 2025A new factsheet is now available regarding a 4-Platform (Isobutene, C5-stream, lignin, vinasse) biorefinery plant using woody residues for the production of sustainable aviation fuel, lignin-blend asphalt, ETBE, fertilizer, process steam and electricity
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New factsheet published on 3-Platform biorefinery (C5/C6 Sugars, Lignin-Energy, Vinasse-Biofertilizer) using lignocellulosic biomass straw for advanced biofuel production.
Oct 2025A new factsheet is now available regarding 3-Platform biorefinery (C5/C6 Sugars, Lignin-Energy, Vinasse-Biofertilizer) using lignocellulosic biomass straw for advanced biofuel production.
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New factsheet published on 2-platform (biomethane, biofertilizer) biogas plant
Oct 2025A new factsheet is now available regarding: 2-Platform (Biomethane, Biofertilizer) Biogas plant using paper-mill wastewater biosludge & regional fish/agri residues for the production of biomethane (LBG) and biofertilizer
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New factsheet published on 3-Platform (bio-oil, steam, electricity) pyrolysis plant
Oct 2025A new factsheet is now available regarding: 3-Platform (bio-oil, steam, electricity) pyrolysis plant using lignocellulosic biomass & wood residues for the production of fast pyrolysis bio-oil, process steam and electricity.
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The Opportunities and Challenges of Biobased Packaging Solutions
Sep 2025This review provides valuable information on biobased packaging solutions. The outlook for biobased plastics in packaging applications is increasingly promising, driven by a combination of environmental advantages, technological innovation, and shifting market dynamics. Derived from renewable biological resources, these materials offer compelling benefits over conventional fossil-based plastics. Ed de Jong, Ingrid Goumans, Roy (H. A.) […]
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Techno-economic assessment of rice straw biorefineries to produce ethanol with co-production of xylitol and phenolic acids
Apr 2025Rice straw is one of the most abundant agricultural residues globally. Its large availability makes it a promising feedstock for biorefineries, offering a renewable and sustainable resource for producing bio-based products. In this study, different strategies for converting rice straw into ethanol and co-products were assessed to provide recommendations for industrial implementation of a rice […]
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