The review provides the detailed insights into the synthesis of C4 chemicals from biomass-derived ethanol and acetic acid and shed a light on the development of highly efficient catalysts.

This process not only generates hydrogen but also addresses waste management issues by utilizing biomass-derived feedstocks ... steam reforming of acetic acid and other bio-oil components.

The reaction mechanism and catalyst design strategies are reviewed among cascade reactions of ethanol or acetic acid to C4 chemicals ...

The biorefinery process at Lenzing makes optimal use of the renewable raw material wood, the starting material for pulp and fiber production, and converts it into valuable products such as bio-based ...