This report investigates the efficacy of Catalytic Hydrothermal Liquefaction (CHTL) as a sustainable method for converting biomass and waste into biocrude oil. The analysis encompasses a comprehensive review and synthesis of data from 57 scholarly articles, focusing on diverse feedstocks and catalytic conditions to optimize biocrude yield. Key parameters such as reaction temperature, time, and catalyst type were critically examined to determine their impact on the efficiency of biocrude production. Findings reveal that CHTL can effectively handle a variety of feedstock types, including municipal and industrial waste, with the incorporation of catalysts enhancing both yield and quality of the biocrude. This process presents a promising pathway for the generation of renewable energy, aligning with environmental sustainability goals by offering an alternative to fossil fuels and contributing to waste reduction. Recommendations for future research include the development of more robust catalysts and the standardization of reporting parameters to enhance the comparability of CHTL studies. This study substantiates CHTL's potential in contributing to sustainable energy solutions and advancing the field of chemical engineering.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Zhang, Hanru

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• E-project-042324-184513
• 121431

Advisor

• Timko, Michael T.

Year

• 2024

Date created

• 2024-04-23

Resource type

• Major Qualifying Project

Major

• Chemical Engineering

Source

• E-project-042324-184513

Rights statement

• In Copyright

Ultima modifica

• 2024-05-28