What are the Future Directions in Managing Heavy Metal Residues?
Future directions involve the development of more sustainable and efficient catalytic processes. Research is ongoing in the areas of:
1. Biocatalysis: Using enzymes or whole cells as catalysts to eliminate the need for heavy metals. 2. Nano-catalysts: Employing nanoparticles that can offer high catalytic activity with minimal metal usage. 3. Recycling and Recovery: Developing methods to recover and reuse heavy metals from spent catalysts to reduce waste and resource consumption.
