Advanced catalyst design and mechanistic insights in electrocatalytic upcycling of PET-derived ethylene glycol and coupled electrolysis systems
Abstract
reduction, or nitrate reduction to co-produce fuels and chemicals at reduced cell voltages. We conclude by outlining priorities in catalyst durability, rigorous product quantification, mechanistic validation, product separation, and system level design to accelerate practical PET electro-upcycling.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Polymer crystallization and properties
Microplastics and Plastic Pollution
Recycling and Waste Management Techniques
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Nanoscale
- Publisher
- Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
- Volume
- 18
- Issue
- 17
- Pages
- 9028–9049
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN