What Are the Future Prospects for Oxygenates in Catalysis?
The future of oxygenates in catalysis looks promising, with ongoing research focusing on:
- Renewable Feedstocks: Developing processes that use renewable sources of oxygenates, such as biomass, to produce valuable chemicals and fuels. - Green Chemistry: Designing more sustainable and environmentally friendly catalytic processes that minimize waste and energy consumption. - Advanced Catalysts: Creating new catalysts with improved activity, selectivity, and stability for reactions involving oxygenates.