An Overview of Green Applications of Natural Products for Pharmaceutical, Biofuel, and Rubber Industries: Case Study of Kazakh Dandelion (Taraxacum kok-saghyz Rodin)

Seilkhan A.
September 2024 Engineered Science Publisher

ES Energy and Environment
2024 #25

There is growing interest in investigating natural sources for various industrial uses due to the search for ecologically responsible and sustainable substitutes for conventional resources. Taraxacum kok-saghyz Rodin, the Kazakh dandelion, has shown great promise because of its distinct qualities and widespread availability. The potential uses of Kazakh dandelion in promoting a green economy is thoroughly examined in this review, with particular attention paid to its application in the pharmaceutical, biofuel, and rubber industries. Natural rubber derived from Kazakh dandelion roots is a sustainable substitute for traditional rubber sources, providing an equivalent level of quality while reducing environmental effects. Furthermore, Kazakh dandelions high rubber content makes it a desirable feedstock for biofuel creation, supporting efforts towards sustainable energy. Moreover, the traditional use and scientific research on the plants therapeutic qualities point to exciting directions for future pharmaceutical development. To fully realize the promise of Kazakh dandelion, however, issues including agronomic optimization, genetic enhancement, and production process scaling up must be resolved. This review emphasizes the importance of the Kazakh dandelion as a catalyst for sustainable development and the need for coordinated efforts towards its commercialization and widespread adoption in various industries through a comprehensive evaluation of its economic, environmental, and social implications.

Bioplastic , Chemical composition , Green economy , Inulin , Kazakh dandelion , Natural rubber , Taraxacum kok-saghyz Rodin.

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Educational Program, Geography, Environment and Service Sector, Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University, Almaty, 050010, Kazakhstan
Biomedical Research Centre, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Al-Farabi ave. 71, 050040, Kazakhstan

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