It has been demonstrated that filter press-type electrolysis cells act as sufficient platforms for the reduction of pyrolysis oil. Recirculating catholyte and anolyte through low volume, high contacting half cells allows catalyst to be studied at conditions that lead to high conversion with low cell potentials. We have analyzed the reduction products of whole pyrolysis oil using a series of metals, both noble and non-noble. Their relative electrocatalytic activity and selectivity toward pyrolysis oil componants will be discussed. Initial results indicate that Pb will electrocatlytically only reduce aldehyde portions of the whole oil. Pd in contrast reduce most carbonyl, phenolic, and aromatic components.

Effect of noble and non-noble metals on the electrocatalytic reduction of whole pyrolysis oil

255th National Meeting (2018)

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