Petrochemicals – News and Features

MIT researchers developed a hybrid catalyst that converts methane to polymers at room temperature and atmospheric pressure. Combining zeolites and enzymes, the catalyst efficiently produces urea-formaldehyde while reducing methane emissions.

Technology Networks breaks down the key insights from My Green Lab's 2024 Carbon Impact of Biotech & Pharma Report.

An improved zeolite catalyst can covert methane and carbon dioxide into syngas, a valuable clean fuel used by oil and chemical companies worldwide.

Researchers at Brookhaven National Laboratory developed a room-temperature catalyst for converting methane into ethane, a useful chemical. The system offers an efficient, low-cost alternative to traditional catalysts.

Researchers have used electrocatalysis of carbon dioxide to form biodiesel feedstock.

A study by UCSB scientists shows a UN treaty could cut global plastic pollution by 91% by 2050. Policies include 40% recycled content mandates, production caps, improved waste management, and fees on plastic packaging.

Green flight paths, focused on key routes like London-Dubai, may fast-track aviation decarbonization by demonstrating sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) feasibility. Researchers suggest prioritizing SAF investment to support scaling this technology.

Dr. Anthony Edge, chair of ISC 2024 and chair of the Permanent Scientific Committee of ISC, discusses some of the key takeaways from this year's meeting and explores the technologies set to transform separation science.

A study found that bio-based fibers, specifically viscose and lyocell, caused higher mortality rates in earthworms compared to polyester fibers. In high concentrations, up to 80% of earthworms died from viscose exposure.

A study introduces biodegradable, flexible nanocomposites made from starch and MXene, showcasing their potential for various electronic and sensing applications. These materials degrade within a month in soil.