Catalysts for CO 2 /epoxide ring-opening copolymerization
Year: 2016
Type: article
Abstract: This article summarizes and reviews recent progress in the development of catalysts for the ring-opening copolymerization of carbon dioxide and epoxides. The copolymerization is an interesting method to add value to carbon dioxide, including from waste sources, and to reduce pollution associated with commodity polymer manufacture. The selection of the catalyst is of critical importance to control the composition, properties and applications of the resultant polymers. This review highlights and exemplifies some key recent findings and hypotheses, in particular using examples drawn from our own research.
Authors: G. Trott, P. K. Saini, C. K. Williams
Institution: Imperial College London
Language: English
Subfield: Process Chemistry and Technology
Field: Chemical Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $2,994
Awards: G1224344208, Nano-structured Catalysts for CO2 Transformation to Fuels and Products, Sustainable polymers, G4050703228, Ionic Liquid Biorefining of Lignocellulose to Sustainable Polymers, G6415917359, G6566896944, Core capability for Chemistry Research, G7931522387, G86978179, G8733093537, The UK Catalysis Hub
OpenAlex ID: W2238697114