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Engineering conversion of Asteraceae plants into biochars for exploring potential applications: A review
Duyen Thi Cam Nguyen1, Hanh T N Le2, Thuong Thi Nguyen1
1Institute of Environmental Sciences, Nguyen Tat Thanh University, 300A Nguyen Tat Thanh, District 4, Ho Chi Minh City 755414, Viet Nam; Faculty of Environmental and Food Engineering, Nguyen Tat Thanh University, 300A Nguyen Tat Thanh, District 4, Ho Chi Minh City 755414, Viet Nam.
Asteraceae crop waste can be converted into biochars for environmental applications. This study explores their biomass potential, properties, and use in wastewater treatment, offering insights into production costs and future prospects.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Science
- Environmental Science
- Materials Science
Background:
- Asteraceae crops are globally significant but generate substantial agricultural waste.
- This waste poses environmental challenges due to improper disposal.
- Valorizing this biomass is crucial for sustainable waste management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the biomass potential of Asteraceae crops for biochar production.
- To investigate the technical feasibility of converting Asteraceae waste into biochars.
- To characterize biochar properties for diverse applications.
Main Methods:
- Systematic analysis of physicochemical properties of Asteraceae-derived biochars.
- Review of biochar applications in wastewater treatment.
- Evaluation of production costs, challenges, and prospects.
Main Results:
- Asteraceae biochars show potential for environmental applications, including soil amendment.
- Effective utilization in wastewater treatment for removing heavy metals, organic dyes, antibiotics, POPs, and explosives.
- Analysis of economic viability and future development pathways.
Conclusions:
- Asteraceae agricultural waste can be transformed into valuable biochars.
- Biochar production offers a sustainable solution for waste management and environmental remediation.
- Further research and development are needed to optimize production and application.
