Economics, Environmental, and Sustainability Aspects of Bio-methanol

Bio-methanol, a renewable energy source, is a promising alternative to traditional fossil fuels. This chapter explores bio-methanol production's economic, environmental, and sustainability aspects, focusing on key strategies like biomass gasification, direct methanol synthesis, electrochemical conversion, and thermochemical conversion. It moreover examines the use of feedstocks like glycerol and the biochemical conversion mechanisms. The economic viability of bio-methanol is assessed by considering cost dynamics and feedstock availability. Environmental implications are evaluated through lifecycle studies, focusing on minimizing greenhouse gas emissions and waste management. Bio-methanol production's viability is assessed in terms of resource efficiency, energy balance, and integration into existing energy infrastructures.