Methanol Synthesis from Co2: Towards Achieving Carbon Neutrality

Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-0-443-41704-7
Verlag: Elsevier Science

Buch, Englisch, 300 Seiten, Format (B × H): 191 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 450 g

Methanol Synthesis from CO2: Towards Achieving Carbon Neutrality investigates how carbon dioxide can be transformed into methanol, positioning this process as a pivotal path toward achieving a carbon-neutral society. The book explains the complex chemical reactions and catalytic technologies involved, detailing engineering solutions that enable this innovative conversion. By focusing on the urgent need to repurpose CO2 from an environmental threat into a valuable resource, the book sets the stage for a future where sustainable methanol production plays a major role in reducing global carbon emissions and supporting renewable energy systems.

Beyond technical details, the book explores the historical development of methanol synthesis, the use of sustainable feedstocks, and advancements in catalytic techniques. It offers perspectives on how artificial intelligence can enhance production efficiencies and reviews the environmental and economic impacts of methanol synthesis. The content also encompasses a range of potential industrial applications, from fuel blending to chemical manufacturing, making it an indispensable reference for researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers interested in chemical engineering, environmental science, and the transition to renewable energy sources.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Macheli, Lebohang

Yali, Yao

Jewell, Linda L

Liu, Xinying

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Energietechnik | Elektrotechnik Erdölenergietechnik
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftssektoren & Branchen Energie- & Versorgungswirtschaft
• Technische Wissenschaften Verfahrenstechnik | Chemieingenieurwesen | Biotechnologie Verfahrenstechnik, Chemieingenieurwesen

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. A historical perspective of methanol synthesis
2. CO2 and H2: sustainable feedstocks
3. Reaction mechanisms in methanol synthesis: fundamental studies
4. Advanced heterogeneous catalysis
5. Advanced homogeneous catalysis
6. Advanced electrochemical catalysis
7. Advanced photochemical catalysis
8. Process technologies
9. Reaction engineering
10. Configuration of methanol synthesis and water gas shift reactions
11. Methanol applications and beyond
12. Artificial intelligence and machine learning applications
13. Existing green methanol synthesis: case study
14. Environmental and economic aspects
15. Challenges and opportunities

Über Autor(innen)

Liu, Xinying
Xinying Liu is a full professor and head of catalysis research group at the Institute for Development of Energy for African Sustainability, a research institute at the University of South Africa. He is an expert in the field of catalytic and nano inorganic materials for energy use, especially in Fischer Tropsch Synthesis (FTS), carbon dioxide utilization, biomass to energy systems and alternative liquid fuel processes. He also has over 15 years of industrial experiences in carbonaceous material indirect liquefaction process (XTL process), in pilot scale XTL facility design and operation, and small/medium scale XTL plant design, and to couple Fischer Tropsch process with other renewable process including concentrated solar power, and carbon dioxide capture.

Jewell, Linda L
Linda L. Jewell holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. Her research interests include Fischer-Tropsch Catalysis, CO hydrogenation, Environmental catalysis, Open Distance e-Learning, Field of Specialisation, and Heterogeneous Catalysis.

Macheli, Lebohang
Lebohang Macheli holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa. He is Research scientist in Chemical Engineering with specialty in catalysis and energy engineering (air and water), and Teaching Assistant at University of Cape Town.

Yali, Yao
Professor Yao Yali holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. She is associate professor in the Institute for the Development of Energy for African Sustainability (IDEAS) at University of South Africa (UNISA), and co-leader of the research group on alternative fuel production via Fischer-Tropsch synthesis (XTL/FTS); The leader of the desulfurization research group. Her research work focuses on production of alternative fuels and purification of crude oil by means of 'green' technology. She spent my time on laboratory research and the design of contract projects in this field. Some of my research results have been applied successfully in industry projects.