Methanol Synthesis from CO2: Towards Achieving Carbon Neutrality

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Häftad, Engelska, 2026

Av Lebohang Macheli, Yao Yali, Linda L. Jewell, Xinying Liu, Linda L Jewell

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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.

Explores the technology of green/renewable methanol production from CO₂
Covers topics on carbon capture and utilization (CCU), advanced materials for methanal synthesis from CO₂, reaction engineering, and process optimization
Addresses methanol applications, environmental and economic aspects, and challenges and perspectives

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Utgivningsdatum2026-07-01
Mått191 x 235 x undefined mm
Vikt450 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor300
FörlagElsevier Science
ISBN9780443417047

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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. 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. 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. 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.

1. A historical perspective of methanol synthesis2. CO2 and H2: sustainable feedstocks3. Reaction mechanisms in methanol synthesis: fundamental studies4. Advanced heterogeneous catalysis5. Advanced homogeneous catalysis6. Advanced electrochemical catalysis7. Advanced photochemical catalysis8. Process technologies9. Reaction engineering10. Configuration of methanol synthesis and water gas shift reactions11. Methanol applications and beyond12. Artificial intelligence and machine learning applications13. Existing green methanol synthesis: case study14. Environmental and economic aspects15. Challenges and opportunities