Abstract

Biorefining refers to sustainable biomass transformation through different conversion routes and equipment in order to obtain energy, biofuels, and high-value products. A variety of sustainable but low-cost biomass-based industries can be framed using biorefinery concept. Among various feedstocks, algae are also proving its firm candidature for biorefinery processes. This chapter describes the general characteristics of microalgae and their potential to be used as a raw material in the biorefinery process. It also focuses on the products obtained from microalgae, mainly biofuels and different pathways employed in biomass fractionation for other valuable products.

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