LIGsp

Project summary

The utilization of biomass and its derivatives presents a partial solution to mitigate the greenhouse effect. While technologies for converting carbohydrates into value-added products are established, lignin valorization remains underdeveloped.

Project LIGsp aims to synthesize carbon microspheres from biorefinery byproducts, including lignin and phenolic-containing biooil fractions, using hydrothermal carbonization and a modified Stöber method.

These carbon microspheres have encapsulation properties, controlled permeability, functional surfaces, high surface-to-volume ratios, and thermal stability, making them promising materials for energy storage and environmental applications. The carbon microspheres will be additionally thermochemically activated, resulting in a nitrogen-doped carbon material with developed porosity that can be used in supercapacitors and fuel cells. LIGsp's work could significantly contribute to the sustainable utilization of lignin and other biomass residues, fostering a greener and more energy-efficient future.

Total funding of the project: 300 000

Project implementation period: 36 months

Place of implementation: Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry

Project implementation

01.01.2025. - beginning of the project.