From catalyst design to waste-to-fuel transformation

The Waste2Fuel project integrates advanced nanocatalyst design with practical fuel synthesis to enable efficient waste-to-energy conversion. Fundamental studies on bimetallic systems, such as Cu–Ni catalysts supported on graphitic carbon nitride (g-C₃N₄), provide key insights into how catalyst structure controls activity and selectivity in CO₂ hydrogenation. These findings allow precise tuning of reaction pathways toward targeted products, including CO, methane, and methanol.

Building on this knowledge, the project advances toward direct CO₂-to-fuel processes, such as DME synthesis, addressing critical challenges in catalyst stability, water tolerance, and process efficiency. By linking nanoscale catalyst engineering with scalable reaction systems, Waste2Fuel establishes a pathway for transforming waste-derived CO₂ into clean, valuable fuels.