Production of Biobutanol from Biomass

The book covers all current technologies of lignocellulosic biobutanol production as well as the environmental and socioeconomic impact assessment.

N-butanol is a bulk chemical that is used as an industrial solvent and as a component in paint, coatings, and adhesives, among other things. When compared to other biofuels, biobutanol has the advantages of being immiscible in water, having a higher energy content, and having a lower vapor pressure. There ar...