Catalytic co-pyrolysis of solid wastes (low-density polyethylene and lignocellulosic biomass) over microwave assisted biochar for bio-oil upgrading and hydrogen production
Rongge Zou , Chenxi Wang , Moriko Qian , Erguang Huo , Xiao Kong , Yunpu Wang , Leilei Dai , Lu Wang , Xuesong Zhang , Wendy C. Mateo , Roger Ruan , Hanwu Lei
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Abstract
Metal catalysts are unavoidable within the process of catalytic pyrolysis, a part of hydrogen production; as a result, the reuse and disposal of these materials are problems that need to be solved. Biochar, with its extensive sources, large specific area, and developed pores, has the potential to be developed in this catalytic area. In this study, we used microwave-assisted corn stover biochar as a catalyst in the co-pyrolysis of Douglas Fir (DF) and low-density polyethylene (LDPE) in order to investigate its catalytic effects. The results showed that the biochar significantly increased the selectivity of hydrogen (H2) in the syngas, and the highest selectivity that could be achieved was 72 vol% at 650 °C, with a biochar (BC)/feedstock ratio of 4. Furthermore, the application of biochar decreased the wax yield and contributed to the good selectivity of aromatics. The biochar developed in this study was also proven to show good reusability, as even after 10 times of reuses, the biochar still achieved a yield of H2 over 50 vol%.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of Cleaner Production is an international, transdisciplinary journal that addresses and discusses theoretical and practical Cleaner Production, Environmental, and Sustainability issues. It aims to help societies become more sustainable by focusing on the concept of 'Cleaner Production', which aims at preventing waste production and increasing efficiencies in energy, water, resources, and human capital use. The journal serves as a platform for corporations, governments, education institutions, regions, and societies to engage in discussions and research related to Cleaner Production, environmental, and sustainability practices.