Nanoparticle-Engineered Catalysts for Green Chemistry: Enhancing Reaction Efficiency, Selectivity, and Sustainability in Industrial Applications

Abstract

The possibility and progress of nanoparticle-engineered catalysts is evaluated for addressing some of the key issues in green chemistry where the enhancement of reaction efficiency, selectivity, and sustainability in industrial processes are crucial. Nanocatalysts are the materials made by noble metals such as platinum, palladium, gold and so on, which have better activity, high surface area and size specificity compared with the bulk materials. These catalysts are essential in energy generation, environmental clean up, and efficient product manufacturing to enhance efficiency and minimize energy, waste and pollutants. Nevertheless, there are some issues which may require solutions before it is suitable for widespread use and large-scale production; some of which are the cost of production, stability and reusability. This paper also overviews the possibility of implementing nanoparticles for green energy usage, decomposition of pollutants, and the enhancement of numerous industrial chemical processes. The experimental and theoretical investigations reveal that there is a steady requirement for development and modification of nanoparticles and achieving improved stability and replicability of nanoparticles for studying and optimizing their use in the industrial environment.