Analytical Approaches in the Catalytic Transformation of Biomass: What Needs to be Analyzed and Why?

Today, the use of biomass is considered a promising way to diminish negative environmental impact. Moreover, in some future scenarios, renewable raw materials are thought to be able to replace finite mineral-oil-based raw materials before 2050 [1]. This means that new synthetic routes, which should desirably adhere to the principles of green chemistry [2], need to be developed for the production of chemicals.