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IIT Indore Pioneers Rapid Waste-To-Chemical Conversion

Science 29 Jul 2026
IIT Indore Pioneers Rapid Waste-To-Chemical Conversion

Researchers at IIT Indore have developed a groundbreaking method to convert carbon dioxide and glycerol, two common waste materials, into valuable green chemicals like lactic acid and formic acid in just seven minutes. This low-energy process uses a specially designed ruthenium-based catalyst and microwave heating, offering a sustainable solution for waste management and green manufacturing.