Photocatalytic procedure for the production of methanol by CO2 hydrogenation

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P202430500

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The object of the present invention is a material containing Ni nanoparticles supported on a solid with a high specific surface area, which is capable of promoting the hydrogenation of CO2 to methanol with high selectivity when illuminated with UV-Vis-NIR light at a power equal to or greater than one sun, under conditions of pressure above 10 bar and temperature above 100ºC.

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Spain
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Valencian Community
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UNIVERSITAT POLITECNICA DE VALENCIA, CSIC
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Chemicals
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TRL Level:
TRL 4 – technology validated in lab
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Sustainable Development Goal:
"SDG09: Industry, innovation and infrastructure"
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ADVANTAGES - The material efficiently promotes the hydrogenation of CO2 to methanol, offering a targeted approach for converting greenhouse gases into valuable compounds. - Robust performance: Functions effectively under high-pressure (≥10 bar) and high-temperature (≥100°C) conditions. BUSINESS APPL. Applicable to chemichal industry using even renewable energy systems for converting CO2 into methanol, a valuable fuel and chemical feedstock.

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Priority date on 18/06/2024

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