Electrochemical processes allow the transformation of chemical energy into electrical energy and vice versa. Therefore, an efficient use of energy from stationary and distributed energy sources can be achieved for the production of chemicals and fuels from renewables and low value carbon sources. Recent developments in electrocatalysis and materials have extended the scope of electrochemical processes to the stabilization and energy densification of biomass feedstock and CO2 for the production of transportation fuels. However, beyond electrocatalysts activity, electrochemical processes should overcome the limitation of transfer phenomena and energy efficiencies in order to achieve technical and economic feasibility. In this talk the implementation of engineering approaches that enhance sustainable energy conversion through electrochemical process will be presented. The effect of process intensification in two specific case of studies, upgrade of biomass-derived chemicals and CO2 reduction, will be discussed.

Electrochemical processes intensification for the enhancement of carbon conversion

2019 Spring National Meeting

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