Sustainably Synthesise a Raw Material Crucial for Industry
Making an Important Industrial Synthesis More Environmentally Friendly
Tags: Osaka University, Japan, Industrial Automation & Manufacturing, Energy & Environment
Researchers have optimized the autoxidation of aldehydes to produce peracids, reducing waste and hazards in chemical synthesis. Their study in "Green Chemistry" identifies environmentally friendly conditions for this reaction, important for sustainability. This advancement has applications in creating safer, more efficient chemical syntheses across various industries. The technology uses sunlight and oxygen, offering a green solution to a longstanding problem in chemistry. This approach could revolutionize the production of chemicals, making it more environmentally friendly and cost-effective.
IP Type or Form Factor: Process & Method
TRL: 5 - prototype ready for testing in intended environment
Industry or Tech Area: Sustainable Production Methods; Environment & Sustainability