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Cooler synthesis helps plastic-recycling catalysts last longer
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Researchers at Southeast University have developed a method to improve plastic-recycling catalysts by controlling the crystallization temperature during synthesis. This process optimizes the porosity and acidity of ZSM-5 catalysts, allowing them to last longer during the conversion of plastic waste into fuel and chemicals.
Why it matters
Improving catalyst longevity is a critical step in making large-scale chemical recycling of plastic waste economically viable and energy-efficient.
Schematic of the catalytic pyrolysis system and product collection setup.
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