ACS Catalysis,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
11(13), P. 7780 - 7819
Published: June 14, 2021
The
methanol-to-aromatics
(MTA)
process
is
regarded
as
a
promising
route
to
produce
aromatic
commodities
through
non-petroleum
carbon
resources,
such
biomass,
waste,
coal,
natural
gas,
and
CO2.
In
contrast
with
the
industrially
implemented
methanol-to-olefin
(MTO)
process,
most
MTA
studies
are
still
in
laboratory-scale
stage.
Recently,
few
demonstration
plants
of
have
been
successfully
launched,
indicating
importance
gradual
industrial
maturity
this
technology.
However,
there
many
fundamental
questions
technological
challenges
that
must
be
addressed.
Review,
we
summarize
recent
advances
mechanistic
understanding
on
reaction
catalyst
deactivation
during
MTA,
elaborate
available
strategies
improve
catalytic
performance,
correlate
other
important
aromatization
processes.
With
knowledge
hand,
share
our
views
future
research
directions
field.
ACS Catalysis,
Journal Year:
2020,
Volume and Issue:
10(19), P. 11493 - 11509
Published: Sept. 10, 2020
CeO2
is
an
excellent
potential
material
for
CO2
hydrogenation
attributed
to
the
highly
tunable
properties
including
metal–support
interaction
and
abundant
oxygen
vacancy.
In
this
work,
four
supports
with
structurally
well-defined
different
shapes
crystal
facets
are
hydrothermally
prepared,
their
effects
on
composition
of
Pd
species
vacancy
over
Pd/CeO2
catalysts
have
been
intensively
investigated
in
reduction
methanol.
The
2Pd/CeO2-R
(rods)
shows
highest
concentration
number
vacancies,
where
(110)
facet
high
surface
mobility
low
formation
energy
exposed
CeO2-R
surface.
at
interface
(111)
(100)
mainly
observed
2Pd/CeO2-P
(polyhedrons)
higher
than
single
2Pd/CeO2-O
(octahedrons)
2Pd/CeO2-C
(cubs),
respectively.
presence
promotes
vacancies
by
providing
dissociated
H
atoms
facilitate
removal
O
ceria
support
under
a
H2
atmosphere.
Both
PdxCe1–xOδ
solid
solution
dominated
PdO
CeO2-O
reduced
metallic
after
6–10
nm
average
particle
size.
As
revealed
density
functional
theory
(DFT)
calculations,
contrast
Pd0
atom
thermodynamically
most
unstable
PdxCe1−xOδ
solution,
nanoparticles
stable
realistic
reaction
conditions.
catalytic
activity
as
abundantly
available
function
adsorption
activation
sites.
Moreover,
reactivity
correlated
its
energy.
lower
facilitates
vacancy;
however,
each
TOFoxygen
15
times
that
2Pd/CeO2-R.
Thus,
suitable
likely
favorable
enhancing
reactivity.
DFT
calculations
indicate
CH3OH
probably
from
formate
(HCOO*)
pathway
via
C–O
bond
cleavage
H2COOH*,
HCOO*
HCOOH*
rate-limiting
step.
These
results
would
provide
experimental
theoretical
insights
into
rational
design
effective
catalyst
hydrogenation.
Chemical Reviews,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
122(1), P. 385 - 441
Published: Nov. 2, 2021
As
the
world
pledges
to
significantly
cut
carbon
emissions,
demand
for
sustainable
and
clean
energy
has
now
become
more
important
than
ever.
This
includes
both
production
storage
of
carriers,
a
majority
which
involve
catalytic
reactions.
article
reviews
recent
developments
homogeneous
catalysts
in
emerging
applications
energy.
The
most
focus
been
on
hydrogen
as
several
efficient
have
reported
recently
(de)hydrogenative
transformations
promising
economy.
Another
direction
that
extensively
covered
this
review
is
methanol
Homogeneous
investigated
from
CO
ACS Catalysis,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
11(3), P. 1406 - 1423
Published: Jan. 14, 2021
Carbon
dioxide
(CO2)
hydrogenation
to
methanol
with
H2
produced
renewable
energy
represents
a
promising
path
for
the
effective
utilization
of
major
anthropogenic
greenhouse
gas,
in
which
catalysts
play
key
role
CO2
conversion
and
selectivity.
Although
still
under
development,
indium
oxide
(In2O3)-based
have
attracted
great
attention
recent
years
due
excellent
selectivity
along
high
activity
conversion.
In
this
review,
we
discuss
advances
In2O3-based
based
on
both
experimental
computational
studies.
Various
strategies
been
adopted
improve
catalytic
performance
by
facilitating
formation
surface
oxygen
vacancies
(In2O3–x)
as
active
sites,
activation
toward
mitigate
reverse
water–gas
shift
reaction,
stabilization
intermediates.
Mechanistic
insights
are
gained
from
combining
kinetic
studies,
situ
characterization,
theoretical
investigations
involving
via
formate
HCOO*
pathway
versus
carboxyl
COOH*
pathway.
Strategies
further
promote
selective
include
adding
metal
component
such
Pd
or
Ni
In2O3
(which
may
also
involve
bimetallic
In–M
catalysts)
vacancy
formation,
an
promoter
ZrO2
enhance
adsorption
activation,
controlling
concentration
CO
H2O
adopting
second
other
desired
products
olefins
aromatics
acid
catalyst
zeolites.
Through
comprehensive
overview
In2O3-related
catalysts,
present
review
paves
way
future
development
methanol.
Chemical Reviews,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
123(9), P. 6039 - 6106
Published: Sept. 1, 2022
Zeolites
with
ordered
microporous
systems,
distinct
framework
topologies,
good
spatial
nanoconfinement
effects,
and
superior
(hydro)thermal
stability
are
an
ideal
scaffold
for
planting
diverse
active
metal
species,
including
single
sites,
clusters,
nanoparticles
in
the
framework-associated
sites
extra-framework
positions,
thus
affording
metal-in-zeolite
catalysts
outstanding
activity,
unique
shape
selectivity,
enhanced
recyclability
processes
of
Brønsted
acid-,
Lewis
metal-catalyzed
reactions.
Especially,
thanks
to
advances
zeolite
synthesis
characterization
techniques
recent
years,
zeolite-confined
(denoted
as
metal@zeolite
composites)
have
experienced
rapid
development
heterogeneous
catalysis,
owing
combination
merits
both
intrinsic
properties.
In
this
review,
we
will
present
developments
strategies
incorporating
tailoring
zeolites
advanced
identification
location,
distribution,
coordination
environment
species
zeolites.
Furthermore,
catalytic
applications
demonstrated,
emphasis
on
composites
hydrogenation,
dehydrogenation,
oxidation
Finally,
point
out
current
challenges
future
perspectives
precise
synthesis,
atomic
level
identification,
practical
application
catalyst
system.
ACS Catalysis,
Journal Year:
2020,
Volume and Issue:
10(19), P. 11318 - 11345
Published: Aug. 21, 2020
Recycling
CO2
as
a
renewable
carbon
source
for
the
production
of
high-value
fuels
and
chemicals
has
drawn
global
attention
lately
promising
method
to
mitigate
climate
change
lessen
dependence
on
fossil
fuels.
Among
available
CO2-recycling
options,
catalytic
hydrogenation
is
most
realistic
attractive
choice
if
hydrogen
produced
using
energy
source.
Depending
nature
catalyst,
distinct
reaction
pathways,
various
value-added
hydrocarbons
can
be
produced.
Intense
research
recently
developed
high-performance
catalysts,
identified
clear
deepened
understanding
mechanisms.
In
this
review,
we
present
an
overview
recent
key
advances
in
oxygenates
that
have
large
market
sizes,
such
formic
acid,
methanol,
methane,
light
olefins,
well
liquid
fuels,
terms
catalyst
design,
performance,
mechanism.
addition,
current
technical
challenges
perspectives
conversion
processes
are
discussed
with
regard
mitigation.
ACS Catalysis,
Journal Year:
2020,
Volume and Issue:
10(23), P. 14147 - 14185
Published: Nov. 20, 2020
Utilization
of
CO2
as
feedstock
to
produce
fine
chemicals
and
renewable
fuels
is
a
highly
promising
field,
which
presents
unique
challenges
in
its
implementation
at
scale.
Heterogeneous
catalysis
with
simple
operation
industrial
compatibility
can
be
an
effective
means
achieving
this
challenging
task.
This
review
summarizes
the
current
developments
heterogeneous
thermal
for
production
carbon
monoxide,
alcohols,
hydrocarbons
from
CO2.
A
detailed
discussion
provided
regarding
structure–activity
correlations
between
catalyst
surface
intermediate
species
aid
rational
design
future
generation
catalysts.
Effects
active
metal
components,
supports,
promoters
are
discussed
each
section,
will
guide
researchers
synthesize
new
catalysts
improved
selectivity
stability.
Additionally,
brief
overview
process
considerations
has
been
provided.
Future
research
directions
proposed
special
emphasis
on
application
scope
catalytic
materials
possible
approaches
increase
performance.
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
15(5), P. 7975 - 8000
Published: May 6, 2021
Electrochemical
CO2
reduction
to
value-added
chemicals
and
fuels
is
a
promising
approach
mitigate
the
greenhouse
effect
arising
from
anthropogenic
emission
energy
shortage
caused
by
depletion
of
nonrenewable
fossil
fuels.
The
generation
multicarbon
(C2+)
products,
especially
hydrocarbons
oxygenates,
great
interest
for
industrial
applications.
To
date,
Cu
only
metal
known
catalyze
C–C
coupling
in
electrochemical
reaction
(eCO2RR)
with
appreciable
efficiency
kinetic
viability
produce
wide
range
C2
products
aqueous
solutions.
Nonetheless,
poor
product
selectivity
associated
main
technical
problem
application
eCO2RR
technology
on
global
scale.
Based
extensive
research
efforts,
delicate
rational
design
electrocatalyst
architecture
using
principles
nanotechnology
likely
significantly
affect
adsorption
energetics
some
key
intermediates
hence
inherent
pathways.
In
this
review,
we
summarize
recent
progress
that
has
been
achieved
tailoring
efficient
conversion
target
products.
By
considering
experimental
computational
results,
further
analyze
underlying
correlations
between
catalyst
its
toward
Finally,
major
challenges
are
outlined,
directions
future
development
suggested.
ACS Central Science,
Journal Year:
2020,
Volume and Issue:
6(10), P. 1657 - 1670
Published: Sept. 18, 2020
Carbon
dioxide
(CO2)
hydrogenation
to
liquid
fuels
including
gasoline,
jet
fuel,
diesel,
methanol,
ethanol,
and
other
higher
alcohols
via
heterogeneous
catalysis,
using
renewable
energy,
not
only
effectively
alleviates
environmental
problems
caused
by
massive
CO2
emissions,
but
also
reduces
our
excessive
dependence
on
fossil
fuels.
In
this
Outlook,
we
review
the
latest
development
in
design
of
novel
very
promising
catalysts
for
direct
hydrocarbons,
alcohols.
Compared
with
methanol
production,
synthesis
products
two
or
more
carbons
(C2+)
faces
greater
challenges.
Highly
efficient
C2+
from
can
be
achieved
a
reaction
coupling
strategy
that
first
converts
carbon
monoxide
then
conducts
C–C
over
bifunctional/multifunctional
catalyst.
Apart
catalytic
performance,
unique
catalyst
ideas,
structure–performance
relationship,
discuss
current
challenges
perspectives
industrial
applications.