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Lignin is an integral part of the plant cell wall and is the largest single source of aromatic carbon in the world, which makes it suitable for the production of feed, chemicals, fuels, and biomaterials. Total lignin production is greater than 50 million tons per annum; however, currently, less than 5% of the lignin is being valorized, and 95% is burnt to create steam and power. Burning aromatic carbons...