What Are Some Challenges in Catalytic Chemical Recycling?
Despite its advantages, catalytic chemical recycling faces several challenges:
1. Catalyst Deactivation: Catalysts can lose activity over time due to fouling, sintering, or poisoning, necessitating regeneration or replacement. 2. Complex Feedstocks: Waste materials often contain a mixture of different polymers and contaminants, complicating the catalytic process. 3. Economic Viability: The cost of developing and implementing catalytic processes can be high, and scalability remains an issue for many systems.
