@inbook{533d9136d30c4610991c2e946661851b,
title = "Consolidated Bioprocessing at High Temperature",
abstract = "Replacing fossil fuels by biomass-derived ethanol (also known as second-generation ethanol or bioethanol) can provide the dual benefits of renewability and mitigation of the effects of global warming caused by the overexploitation of petroleum-derived transportation fuels. However, the effective use of lignocellulosic biomass as a feedstock for the production of bioethanol is historically proven to be problematic and faces several technical challenges. A process configuration known as consolidated bioprocessing (CBP) has generated considerable research interests as the most cost-effective means of bioethanol production. However, insufficient production level of ethanol is the major roadblock, limiting their commercial importance. In this chapter, the research opportunities for developing thermoanaerobes for a high-temperature-based CBP and the associated technological challenges are discussed. The current industrial status of CBP is highlighted along with a detailed description of most promising candidate thermoanaerobes. Advanced technologies for improving the ethanol production level from these candidates are also discussed. A high-temperature-based biomass processing seems challenging; however, it could be the most rewarding approach for bioethanol production in the near future.",
keywords = "Anaerobic bacteria, Bioethanol, Consolidated bioprocessing, Thermophiles",
author = "Nisha Singh and Mathur, {Anshu S.} and Gupta, {Ravi P.} and Puri, {Suresh K.} and Munish Puri",
year = "2018",
doi = "10.1007/978-981-10-7431-8_20",
language = "English",
isbn = "978-981-10-7430-1",
series = "Energy, Environment, and Sustainability",
publisher = "Springer Nature",
pages = "457--476",
editor = "Singhania, {Reeta Rani} and Agarwal, {Rashmi Avinash} and Kumar, {R. Praveen} and Sukumaran, {Rajeev K }",
booktitle = "Waste to Wealth",
address = "Germany",
}
