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Microalgae-based biochar production and applications: A comprehensive review.

Yoong Kit Leong¹, Jo-Shu Chang²

¹Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, Tunghai University, Taichung 407224, Taiwan; Research Center for Smart Sustainable Circular Economy, Tunghai University, Taichung 407224, Taiwan.

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Microalgae-derived biochar offers a sustainable solution for environmental challenges. This review comprehensively explores microalgal biochar production, pollutant removal, and diverse applications, highlighting its potential for carbon sequestration and soil improvement.

Keywords:

Biochar Biofuel Microalgae Pollutants removal Soil amendments

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Environmental Science
Materials Science
Biotechnology

Background:

Biochar, derived from biomass pyrolysis, is a key material for carbon sequestration and environmental remediation.
Microalgae are promising feedstocks for biochar due to their high photosynthetic efficiency and nutrient accumulation.
Current knowledge on microalgal biochar properties, production, and applications is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a comprehensive review of microalgae-based biochar.
To consolidate information on production techniques, pollutant removal, catalytic uses, soil amendment potential, and carbon quantum dot synthesis.
To identify knowledge gaps and guide future research in microalgal biochar.

Main Methods:

Literature review and synthesis of existing research on microalgal biochar.
Analysis of production parameters and their influence on biochar properties.
Evaluation of microalgal biochar applications in environmental and material science.

Main Results:

Microalgal biochar exhibits potential for carbon sequestration, pollutant adsorption, and soil amendment.
Production methods and feedstock characteristics significantly influence biochar properties.
Emerging applications include catalysis and the synthesis of carbon quantum dots.

Conclusions:

Microalgal biochar presents a sustainable and versatile material for addressing environmental issues.
Further research is needed to optimize production and fully explore its application potential.
This review serves as a foundational resource for advancing microalgal biochar technology.