A sustainable multi-zeolite synthetic framework from a single natural clay: CO 2 /H 2 O adsorption performance and life cycle assessment benefits

Sustainable Energy & Fuels 2026 Open access

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Authors: Biruktait Ayele Lemecho, Jordi Espín, Pattaraphol Rodlamul, Florian Kiefer, Wendy L. Queen, Vivek Subramanian
DOI: 10.1039/d5se01375e
Cited by: 10
References: 75

Abstract

eq. per kg), over 95% lower cumulative energy demand, and significantly decreased ecotoxicity and human toxicity indicators when compared to conventional chemical synthesis. Additionally, cost-oriented economic analysis showed that the clay-based synthesis route reduces the production cost of Zeolite 13X by approximately 33% compared to conventional chemical synthesis. Overall, this work provides a mechanistically informed, environmentally friendly framework for the phase-selective synthesis of industrially relevant zeolites from natural clay.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Zeolite Catalysis and Synthesis Carbon Dioxide Capture Technologies Mesoporous Materials and Catalysis

Publication details

Journal / source
Sustainable Energy & Fuels
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
10
Issue
4
Pages
1038–1058
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN