Catalytic Upcycling of Hydrocarbon Polymers to High Value Unsaturated Compounds

TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY

This catalytic plastic upcycling technology can be used at moderate temperatures (250°C to 400°C) with high selectivity and significantly reduced energy expenditure compared to current catalytic processes. This technology produces materials that have a higher value than the waste material from which they are derived and eliminates the typical hazardous waste associated with catalytic upcycling.

AREA/MATURITY/AWARDS

Primary Application Area: Materials & Manufacturing

Technology Development Status: Concept

Technology Readiness Level: TRL 2


SHOWCASE SUMMARY

Organization Type: Academic/Gov Lab

Website: https://tia.ucsb.edu/


GOVT/EXTERNAL FUNDING SOURCES