This book presents a comprehensive, transdisciplinary exploration of how food science, wastewater resource recovery, and bioenergy systems can be strategically integrated within a circular bioeconomy framework. In response to the mounting global challenges posed by climate change, population expansion, urbanization, and resource scarcity, there is a growing demand for innovative solutions that align environmental sustainability with economic viability. This volume addresses that need by offering holistic insights into creating closed-loop systems that reduce waste, recover valuable resources, and enhance overall system resilience. Bringing together leading voices from academia, industry, and research institutions, the book bridges traditionally siloed disciplines such as food technology, environmental engineering, microbiology, and circular economy policy. It combines theoretical foundations with practical applications to illuminate the transformative potential of circular bionomics in modern food and energy systems. Through a combination of original research, case studies, and applied frameworks, the book showcases the interconnectivity of food production, waste management, and renewable energy generation. It emphasizes that sustainable development can no longer be pursued in isolation but must instead adopt integrated approaches that consider both environmental performance and socio-economic impacts.
Key Themes and Features, Key chapters delve into essential topics including:
Circular bioeconomy principles and design frameworks
Nutrient and energy recovery from agro-industrial and municipal wastewater streams
Upcycling of food and processing by-products into high-value materials
Microbial and enzymatic pathways for bioconversion of organic waste
Technological integration of biorefineries within food supply chains
Life cycle assessment (LCA) tools and sustainability evaluation metrics
Policy and socioeconom
