Direct CO 2 Hydrogenation over Bifunctional Catalysts to Produce Dimethyl Ether—A Review

Samira Ebrahimian and Sankar Bhattacharya ()
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Samira Ebrahimian: Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Monash University, Clayton, VIC 3800, Australia
Sankar Bhattacharya: Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Monash University, Clayton, VIC 3800, Australia

Energies, 2024, vol. 17, issue 15, 1-50

Abstract: Hydrogenation of CO 2 represents a promising pathway for converting it into valuable hydrocarbons and clean fuels like dimethyl ether (DME). Despite significant research, several challenges persist, including a limited understanding of reaction mechanisms, thermodynamics, the necessity for catalyst design to enhance DME selectivity, and issues related to catalyst deactivation. The paper provides a comprehensive overview of recent studies from 2012 to 2023, covering various aspects of CO 2 hydrogenation to methanol and DME. This review primarily focuses on advancing the development of efficient, selective, and stable innovative catalysts for this purpose. Recent investigations that have extensively explored heterogeneous catalysts for CO 2 hydrogenation were summarized. A notable focus is on Cu-based catalysts modified with promoters such as Zn, Zr, Fe, etc. Additionally, this context delves into thermodynamic considerations, the impact of reaction variables, reaction mechanisms, reactor configurations, and recent technological advancements, such as 3D-printed catalysts. Furthermore, the paper examines the influence of different parameters on catalyst deactivation. The review offers insights into direct CO 2 hydrogenation to DME and proposes paths for future investigation, aiming to address current challenges and advance the field.

Keywords: catalyst; dimethyl ether; CO 2 hydrogenation; reaction mechanism (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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