A one-pot organocatalytic process for the synthesis of cyclic carbonates from CO 2 and alkenes using cumene hydroperoxide as a green oxidant

Green Chemistry 2026 Open access

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Authors: Angelo Scopano, Nicole Potenza, Giovanni Berluti, Remco W. A. Havenith, Arjan W. Kleij, Paolo P. Pescarmona
DOI: 10.1039/d5gc06899a
Cited by: 2
References: 56

Abstract

hydrogen-bonding, demonstrating a dual role of the oxidant. Our strategy offers a practical proof of concept of a direct approach to cyclic carbonates with a simple organocatalyst that could be reused in four consecutive runs with a similar performance, and using a recyclable oxidant.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Carbon dioxide utilization in catalysis Catalytic C–H Functionalization Methods Carbon Dioxide Capture Technologies

Publication details

Journal / source
Green Chemistry
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
28
Issue
19
Pages
8116–8130
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN