What are Some Examples of Industrial Applications of Sustainable Catalysis?
Several industrial applications of sustainable catalysis include:
- Petrochemical Industry: Catalytic cracking and reforming processes improve the efficiency and yield of valuable products from crude oil. - Pharmaceuticals: Catalysts enable the production of complex molecules with high selectivity, minimizing waste. - Environmental Remediation: Catalysts are used in processes such as catalytic converters in automobiles to reduce harmful emissions. - Renewable Energy: Catalysts are essential in the production of hydrogen through water splitting, an important step in the development of a hydrogen economy.
