Development of Agro-Industrial Wastes as Adsorbent Materials: Applications and Future Scope

This book examines advanced processing methodologies and innovative technologies for converting agricultural wastes and biomass into highly efficient biosorbent and adsorbent materials designed for environmental hazard remediation through cutting-edge and emerging technological approaches. Additionally, the book delivers comprehensive data regarding biosorbent and adsorbent material performance against diverse chemical contaminants, including synthetic dyes and heavy metals. Furthermore, it thoroughly analyzes future prospects, contemporary developments, and the commercial potential of biosorbent technologies. Features: Focusses on the use of agricultural waste and biomass for the development of adsorbent materials. Gives updated information about the novel and emerging technologies for biosorbent preparation. Contains comprehensive information about the adsorption models. Highlights reduced use of toxic chemicals for biosorbent materials preparation. Fills the gap in environmental sustainability concept in the development of adsorbent materials. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in agro-industrial, bioprocessing, environmental, and agricultural engineering.