Biomass technology is an emerging field that utilizes organic materials, such as plant and animal waste, to drive energy production and develop innovative materials. As the global demand for sustainable practices intensifies, recent research has concentrated on creating catalysts, adsorbents, and composites from biomass to enhance process efficiencies and offer sustainable alternatives that significantly mitigate environmental impacts. Carbon-based catalysts derived from biomass have shown promise in improving chemical reactions, thereby increasing the efficiency of pollutant adsorption and providing greener alternatives to conventional materials. Despite these advancements, challenges persist, including the optimization of conversion processes and the expansion of lifecycle assessments for bio-based products. These challenges underscore the necessity for targeted research to fully exploit the potential of biomass technologies in managing environmental contaminants.

This research topic aims to explore novel eco-friendly technologies that utilize carbon materials derived from biomass to manage environmental contaminants efficiently. It seeks to answer critical questions about the scalability of biomass-derived technologies and their real-world applications in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting a circular economy. Additionally, the goal is to assess the versatility of carbon materials in various environmental scenarios, ranging from waste management to energy production, while ensuring sustainability.

To gather further insights within the boundaries of biomass conversion technologies and environmental sustainability, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:

- Energy Production: Development and optimization of biomass conversion processes; Innovations in bioenergy systems; Life-cycle assessment and environmental impact analysis.
- Catalysts: Novel design and synthesis techniques; Applications in biofuel production, chemical synthesis, and environmental remediation.
- Adsorbents: Advanced design and synthesis; Applications in water treatment, air purification, and soil remediation.
- Composites: Innovative approaches in adsorption, catalyst use, and energy production applications.

This collection encourages original research articles, reviews, and mini-reviews that focus on recent advancements and practical applications of biomass-derived carbon materials to address issues related to climate change, environmental sustainability, and innovation in related sectors.

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