Experts from the Krasnoyarsk Scientific Center SB RAS are developing bimetallic catalysts that decompose biomass into valuable components for various industries. They are creating new technologies to transform agricultural waste into useful raw materials. Recently scientists tested the effectiveness of nickel catalysts based on oxidized carbon materials.
Tests were conducted on flax fire, the main waste of flax production. This material contains up to 25% lignin, up to 50% cellulose and up to 20% hemicellulose, making it an excellent raw material for processing. The results showed that such catalysts can effectively cope with this task and can be used in industry.
Scientists emphasize that the depletion of fossil resources and environmental problems require new methods for the use of renewable materials. They propose a switch from oil and gas to biomass, including agricultural waste such as flax bromine. The use of solid catalysts is not only effective but also more environmentally friendly compared to toxic soluble catalysts.
Source: Ferra
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