Title:
Use of Inexpensive Catalysts for the Conversion of Bio-DME into Commodity Chemicals
Author(s):
Haro, P., Vázquez-Domínguez, M.A., Vidal-Barrero, F., Ollero, P.
Document(s):
Paper
Abstract:
The high uncertainty on biofuels market and the technical limitations result in a high risk of investment for thermochemical biorefineries. In this study, we present the preliminary results of the BIOTER (Thermochemical Biorefineries based on dimethyl ether) project, where dimethyl ether (DME) and syngas are converted into methyl and ethyl acetates. The conversion of DME into more valuable products, which are currently used in the petrochemical sector, enhances process economy reducing the risk of investment. Within the BIOTER project, inexpensive catalysts are used for a high-selective conversion of DME at mild operating conditions. In the process, a water-free mix of products is produced (methyl acetate, ethyl acetate, ethanol, methanol and DME). Further study should cover the regeneration of the catalyst.
Keywords:
bioenergy, ethyl acetate, catalyst, DME
Topic:
Biomass Conversion Technologies for Liquid and Gaseous Fuels, Chemicals and Materials
Subtopic:
Biorefineries and chemicals production
Event:
23rd European Biomass Conference and Exhibition
Session:
3AV.3.52
Pages:
1134 - 1136
ISBN:
978-88-89407-516
Paper DOI:
10.5071/23rdEUBCE2015-3AV.3.52
Price:
FREE
