Meat processing waste as a potential feedstock for biochemicals and biofuels - A review of possible conversion technologies

This paper therefore proposed the utilisation of the waste streams from meat processing plants as a suitable biorefinery feedstock. This proposal is supported by the recognised product specific characteristic of the waste stream implying an unavoidable accumulation, which may also be considered as indicative of sustainable supply. A review of the existing practises in meat processing waste stream management and utilisation has been explored with the unsustainability of the current landfill disposal and incineration practices firmly established. Possible biomass conversion technologies as well as the possible product streams are explored, with this analysis culminating in the presentation of a structured computer aided biorefinery synthesis and design approach that will facilitate an efficient biorefinery design process.