The
use
of
plasma
technology
powered
by
low-carbon
electricity
represents
a
sustainable
approach
to
hydrogen
production,
aligning
with
principles
green
chemistry
and
engineering.
This
study
investigates
the
interplay
between
plasma,
thermal,
catalytic
conditions
in
steam
methane
reforming
(SMR)
for
generation.
Synergies
thermal
catalysis
were
evaluated
across
different
reactor
configurations.
combination
insulation
an
active
catalyst
significantly
enhanced
conversion
yield,
while
reducing
energy
input,
promoting
energy-efficient
processes.
Remarkably,
at
30
W,
Ni/CeO2
achieved
95%
selectivity
SMR
reaction
lower
temperatures,
as
confirmed
diffuse
reflectance
infrared
Fourier
transform
spectroscopy
(DRIFTS).
Insulating
improved
utilization,
enabling
64%
yield
only
half
power
required
noninsulated
systems.
While
synergy
was
negligible,
strong
synergistic
effect
on
overall
emerged
catalysis.
effective
facilitated
water–gas
shift
reaction,
completing
process
increasing
selectivity.
These
findings
highlight
potential
plasma-assisted
sustainable,
solution
production.
ChemCatChem,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 23, 2025
Abstract
Electrification
of
chemical
production
requires
the
development
innovative
solutions,
with
plasma
catalysis
being
among
them.
This
perspective
summarizes
many
years
studies
and
discussions
made
in
frame
ERC
Synergy
project
SCOPE
dedicated
to
above
aspects.
However,
it
does
not
aim
overview
results
but
rather
use
them
combination
literature
indications
outline
emerging
trends
present
gaps
pass
from
a
research
area
key
technology
develop
sustainable
associated
changes
required
modalities
production.
The
thus
aims
offer
vision
future
for
its
role
facing
societal
challenges.
ChemistrySelect,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
10(12)
Published: March 1, 2025
Abstract
This
study
examines
methane
oxidation
in
a
post‐plasma
catalysis
(PPC)
system.
Using
dielectric
barrier
discharge
plasma
with
metal
oxide‐supported
catalysts
(Cu/Al,
Ni/Al,
Fe/Al,
and
NaW/Al),
the
effects
of
reactant
feed
type,
composition,
catalyst
oxygen
species
were
evaluated
for
optimizing
plasma‐catalytic
performance.
Key
findings
indicate
that
extended
O
2
contact
time,
reduced
CH
4
water
addition
to
feed,
use
mobile
oxygen‐enriched
catalyst,
is
NaW/Al,
positively
influence
extent
partial
oxidation.
Notably,
NaW/Al
plays
role
improving
yields
products
(CH
3
OH,
HCOH,
HCOOH)
can
be
replenished
through
calcination
within
PPC
Energy & Fuels,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 21, 2025
Plasma-assisted
catalysis
has
advanced
in
recent
years,
particularly
for
transforming
stable
reactants
at
atmospheric
pressure
and
ambient
temperature.
However,
achieving
a
deeper
understanding
of
the
many
plasma
catalytic
contributions
remains
significant
goal,
as
improving
product
yield
selectivity
depends
on
proper
catalyst
selection,
which
is
often
challenging
due
to
complex
interplay
between
plasma-phase
plasma-surface
reactions.
A
sequential
methodology
emerged
means
decouple
activity
from
In
this
approach,
nonthermal
used
one
step
activate
and/or
convert
gas
phase
or
surface
bound
reactant,
while
second
step,
directs
formation
under
steady-state
temperature-programmed
conditions.
This
review
examines
studies
using
technique
reactions
involving
N2,
CO2,
SO2,
offering
insights
into
reaction
mechanisms
behavior/selection
these
transformations.
These
systematic
provide
framework
that
can
be
applied
other
plasma-assisted
We
also
highlight
remaining
questions,
propose
directions
future
studies,
discuss
potential
applying
systems.
Deleted Journal,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
7(4)
Published: March 27, 2025
Non-thermal
plasma
(NTP)
catalysis
has
emerged
as
a
transformative
technology
for
achieving
sustainable
chemical
production,
particularly
within
energy-intensive
industries.
With
advantages
like
rapid
response
times,
low
thermal
input,
and
the
ability
to
operate
at
atmospheric
pressures,
NTP
systems
are
well-suited
integration
with
renewable
energy
sources.
However,
translating
lab-scale
insights
into
scalable
industrial
applications
presents
substantial
challenges,
in
understanding
plasma-catalyst
interactions
designing
reactors
that
perform
efficiently
larger
scales.
This
review
explores
recent
advancements
catalysis,
highlighting
studies
provide
foundational
knowledge
of
plasma-surface
chemistry,
catalyst
behavior,
reactor
design.
Additionally,
we
examine
novel
approaches
photo-
electro-catalysis,
which
offer
added
control
over
reaction
pathways.
The
further
addresses
scaling
challenges
potential
solutions,
from
design
modifications
process
optimization
under
industrially
relevant
conditions.
By
linking
fundamental
research
applications,
this
narrative
aims
identify
pathways
through
can
contribute
zero-emission,
circular
carbon
economy.
