LCA analysis for assessing environmenstal sustainability of new biobased chemicals by valorising citrus waste.

ABSTRACT: The global shift towards using biomass for biofuels and chemicals is accelerating due to increasing environmental concerns and geopolitical strategies. This study investigates a biorefinery model using citrus-processing-waste, specifically citrus pulp, to produce high-value products for various industries, including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, flavours, fragrances, and food packaging. In Italy, particularly Sicily region, citrus processing generates significant amounts of waste, often improperly disposed of, contributing to environmental problems. Researchers have demonstrated that citrus waste can yield commercially valuable compounds. This study specifically focuses on orange peel waste (OPW), which constitutes about half of the fruit's weight, aiming to extract pectin and limonene throu

SUBMITTER: Midolo G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11399114 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature