From CO2 to Chemicals, Materials, and Fuels: The Role of Catalysis

This article summarizes a number of applications of CO2 in the synthesis of molecular compounds, materials and fuels. The actual and perspective amount of used CO2 is given for 2016 and 2030. Barriers to a full exploitation are discussed and future areas of major interest are highlighted. Keywords: carbon dioxide; building block for chemicals; source of carbon for fuels; synthesis of polymers

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