Role of Lignocellulosic Waste in Biochar Production for Adsorptive Removal of Pollutants from Wastewater

Abstract

Biochar is a carbon-rich material obtained through the thermal decomposition of lignocellulosic percussor in the absence of oxygen. Biochar is widely utilized as a sustainable and potential adsorbent for the removal of pollutants owing to its unique physicochemical properties. This chapter aims to review the importance of utilizing lignocellulosic waste in the development of biochar-based adsorbents. The influence of process parameters that affect the properties of biochar is also provided. The comprehensive review of modification methods of biochar properties is explained along with adsorption characteristics, and sorption abilities of biochar in the amputation of organic and inorganic pollutants. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2023.