Bioethanol as a potential eco-friendlier feedstock for catalytic production of fuels and petrochemicals

Abstract

Bioethanol, synthesized through the valorization of biomass resources, is of great importance to many industries. As bioethanol has become more abundant and its price has decreased, it has become an attractive candidate for application as a base material for the synthesis of a variety of petrochemicals and fuel through catalysis. In this article, a comprehensive review of the catalytic conversion of bioethanol into hydrocarbons, including olefins and gasoline, is presented. In addition, developments and potential research opportunities in the field of bioethanol catalysis are provided to enhance bioethanol conversion. According to the findings of the study, despite significant progress in bioethanol conversion, further research is needed to address several challenges that will enable improved biofuel and chemical production. © 2023 The Authors. Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry (SCI).