Mechanistic insights in electro-synthesis of biomass-derived chemicals: The Kolbe reaction

Bert M. Weckhuysen*

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Green electrons can be used in the synthesis of biomass-derived chemicals. In this issue of Chem Catalysis, Chan and co-workers provide new insights into the Kolbe reaction, which electrocatalytically produces alkanes from carboxylic acids, such as acetic acid. They resolve a debate regarding the origin of an inflection zone in the current-potential curve.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)920-922
Number of pages3
JournalChem Catalysis
Volume2
Issue number5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 19 May 2022

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