The global focus on sustainable energy and carbon-neutral fuels has sparked significant innovation in biomass-to-energy conversion. Traditional methods are being revolutionized with cutting-edge technologies to improve efficiency, scalability, and environmental performance. Advanced gasification with carbon capture, plasma gasification, and catalytic processes are generating great interest. Pyrolysis technology, including microwave-assisted pyrolysis and ex-situ catalytic upgrading, is advancing rapidly. Additionally, biochemical and hybrid conversion methods like anaerobic digestion and bioprocessing are enhancing biogas and biofuel yields. The article highlights breakthroughs in biomass conversion technologies such as plasma gasification, which uses extremely high temperatures to convert biomass into syngas and heat while minimizing tar formation. The potential for green hydrogen production using plasma gasification plus electrolysis is discussed, along with the future outlook of waste-to-energy systems and biofuels. Challenges like high capital costs and feedstock variability are recognized, with future trends emphasizing decentralized energy systems and cost-competitive biofuels. The author underscores the importance of these advancements for a biomass-rich country like Malaysia, suggesting coordinated investments in research and development. The article paints a positive picture of the future, with plasma gasification and other innovative technologies poised to revolutionize the biomass-to-energy sector and drive towards sustainable energy solutions.