ABSTRACT
Due to the increasingly adverse effects of global warming, biomass has gained tremendous attention as a renewable energy source. Biomass refers to renewable organic material from plants and animals. The type of biomass required for different processes is determined by the energy conversion process and the form in which the energy is needed. The yield of biomass depends mainly on environmental factors and varies from place to place. The conversion efficiency from each biomass source is also affected by the procedure used. Therefore, it is essential to have an interdisciplinary understanding of biomass energy production methods. Biofuels can be produced from biomass through physical, chemical, and biochemical means, each having its own benefits and limitations that largely depend on the specific type of biomass used. Interdisciplinary approaches play a crucial role in the development of sustainable biofuel production processes. This chapter discusses different interdisciplinary approaches employed for the production of biofuels from biomass.
