Mild hydrolysis of PET and electrochemical energy recovery via multifunctional polyoxometalate catalysts

Green Chemistry 2026

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Authors: Hyeonmyeong Oh, Ye Chan Lee, Inhui Lee, Yuri Choi, Jiyeong Kim, Hyeongoo Kim, Kwang Min Kim, Yoonjeong Jo, Kwangjin An, Tae Hoon Oh, Jungki Ryu
DOI: 10.1039/d5gc04677g
Cited by: 0
References: 39

Abstract

A bifunctional polyoxometalate catalyst enables closed-loop recycling of PET waste into terephthalic acid, while simultaneously converting the ethylene glycol byproduct into sustainable hydrogen or electricity.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Microplastics and Plastic Pollution Polymer crystallization and properties biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties

Publication details

Journal / source
Green Chemistry
Volume
28
Issue
8
Pages
3573–3583
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN