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A new catalyst can turn methane into something useful | MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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MIT chemical engineers designed a catalyst that can convert methane into useful polymers, which could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

MIT chemical engineers have devised a way to capture methane, a potent greenhouse gas, and convert it into polymers. Anne Trafton | MIT News Publication Date : December 4, 2024 Press Inquiries Press Contact : MIT Media Relations Email: expertrequests@mit.edu Phone: 617-253-2700 Media Download ↓ Download Image Caption : MIT chemical engineers designed a two-part catalyst that can convert methane gas to useful products. The catalyst consists of iron-modified aluminum silicate plus an enzyme called alcohol oxidase (enzyme not pictured). Credits : Credit: Courtesy of the researchers ↓ Download Ima

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