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Chemical Recycling of Plastics: Pyrolysis Routes and Industrial Scale Implementation

 Pyrolysis is a promising thermochemical process for converting plastic waste into valuable chemical feedstocks and fuels. This post explores the mechanisms, advantages, and industrial implementation of pyrolysis routes for chemical recycling.


Key aspects covered:

- Pyrolysis temperature and operating conditions

- Catalyst systems for selective product formation  

- Scale-up challenges and commercial technologies

- Environmental and economic considerations


References:

Donaj, G., Kaminsky, W., & Buzanowski, B. (2017). Pyrolysis of polystyrene. Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis, 128, 62-69.


Brydson, J. A. (2010). Plastics Materials. Butterworth-Heinemann.


Alfano, O. M., Brandi, R. J., & Cassano, A. E. (2019). Catalytic decomposition of volatile organic compounds over heterogeneous catalysts. Catalysis Today, 154(2), 106-121.

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