Solar-catalytic glycerol upcycling with co-manufacturing green hydrogen

R&D Focus Areas:
Biomass and waste conversion

Lead Organisation:
The University of Sydney

Partners:
Not applicable

Status:
Active

Start date:
July 2025

Completion date:
June 2028

Key contacts:
Professor Dr Jun Huang:

Funding:
AUD$663,321 – Australian Research Council (ARC)

Project total cost:
To be completed.

Project summary description:
The project aims to convert biomass waste, specifically glycerol, into valuable chemical feedstock while concurrently generating hydrogen. Glycerol, a by-product of biodiesel, lacks effective conversion methods. This project aims to construct solar-driven nanocatalysts and develop a new flow reactor to convert glycerol into high-value-added chemicals and green hydrogen fuel simultaneously. The project addresses the biofuel sector’s imperative for sustainable waste management, easing glycerol disposal and fostering economic opportunities. Additionally, co-producing hydrogen diminishes reliance on fossil fuels and its environmental impact.

Related publications and key links:
Grant – Grants Data Portal

Higher degree studies supported:
To be completed.

(Note: Other than the designated research focus areas, this description is based on information as published on the ARC data portal for this project as accessed 29 January 2025)

 

February 2025