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Dr. Rosa Rodriguez is an accomplished researcher and professor, specializing in sustainable waste management and renewable energy. As a Researcher at CONICET and a Full Professor at the Universidad Nacional de San Juan, she leads the PhD program in Chemical Engineering, specializing in Clean Processes. Her work focuses on biomass valorization, biochar, and circular economy applications, bridging academic research and industrial innovation. A prolific author and dedicated mentor, she drives advancements in environmental technologies and clean processes.

Dr. Germán Mazza is a Senior researcher of CONICET, Full Professor at the Universidad Nacional del Comahue, and Director of the PROBIEN Institute. A distinguished expert in chemical process engineering, his work focuses on fluidization, sustainable energy, and thermochemical valorization of biomass and waste. With extensive international collaboration and leadership in scientific projects, he is a prominent figure in advancing eco-compatible technologies and chemical engineering education.

Klappentext

"Biochar for Sustainability: Production, Utilization, and Environmental Insights" offers a comprehensive examination of biochar, a carbon-rich material produced from biomass. This book guides readers from the foundational science of production-covering pyrolysis, gasification, and advanced modeling-to its diverse applications. These include carbon capture, wastewater treatment, soil enhancement, and its use in energy and composite materials. A critical focus on Life Cycle Assessment ensures a holistic view of its environmental impact. This volume is an essential resource for researchers, engineers, and policymakers aiming to implement sustainable, circular economy solutions through the versatile use of biochar.

Inhalt

Preface. Pyrolysis and Gasification for Biochar Production. Influence of Operating Variables. Obtaining Biochar: Modeling and Simulation of Pyrolysis and Gasification. Slow Pyro-Gasification Kinetic Models. Using Biochar to Capture CO2. Life Cycle Assessment of Biochar: Methodology, Technologies, and Environmental Sustainability. Biochar as an Amendment Soil. Biochar as a Substrate in Soilless Crops. Biochar as an Energy Vector. Use of Biochar for Wastewater Treatment. Soil Decontamination: Use of Biochar as Support for Biological Crusts. Biochar Uses for Gas Cleaning. Biochar as an Additive to Composite Materials. Index.