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New catalyst converts waste CO2 to useful molecules
The team's catalysts allow cyclic carbonates to be synthesised from epoxides and waste carbon dioxide, potentially removing a significant proportion of the CO2 generated by fossil fuel power stations
Super-efficient catalysts for conversion of waste carbon dioxide from power stations into useful cyclic carbonate molecules could help reduce emissions and the petrochemical industry's dependence on fossil fuels, say UK chemists.
A solid-supported catalyst that works at 60°C and atmospheric pressure could be integrated into power stations to remove CO2 from the flue gases and react it with epoxides to make cyclic carbonates, which are used as electrolytes in lithium ion batteries as well as environmentally friendly solvents and degreasers. More...
http://www.rsc.org/chemistryworld/News/2009/October/09100901.asp
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