Biorefined

Biorefined refers to materials or products that have been processed using a biorefinery. A biorefinery is a facility that converts biomass, such as agricultural waste, forestry residue, or energy crops, into a range of valuable products. These products can include biofuels, biochemicals, bioplastics, and other materials. The process of refining biomass is analogous to how petroleum refineries process crude oil to produce fuels and petrochemicals. The goal of biorefining is to maximize the value extracted from renewable biomass resources, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting a more sustainable economy. The term "biorefined" indicates that a substance has undergone this transformation from its raw biomass source into a more refined and usable form. For example, a biorefined carbohydrate might be a sugar derived from plant material that can be further processed into ethanol or other chemicals. Similarly, biorefined lignin could be used in the production of resins or carbon fibers. The specific products derived from biorefining depend on the type of biomass used and the technologies employed in the biorefinery.