Decoding temperature and NaOH concentration effects on environmental footprints for sustainable lignocellulosic biorefining through systematic LCA

Key Points

• The environmental footprint decreases with optimized NaOH concentration and temperature for lignocellulosic biorefining.
• Key metrics indicate significant reductions in environmental impact when specific concentrations and temperatures are applied.
• Systematic life cycle assessment examines the full environmental impact of biorefining using varied NaOH levels and heat.
• Findings support the shift towards sustainable lignocellulosic biorefining, though further validation is needed in real-world scenarios.