Pyrolysis-assisted catalytic conversion of wood in hot-compressed water for the production of aromatic monomers and syngas without external hydrogen addition

Key Points

• The research aims to efficiently convert lignocellulosic biomass into high-value chemicals and syngas using a pyrolysis-assisted process.
• Utilized hot-compressed water for biomass conversion
• Focused on catalytic processes without the need for external hydrogen addition
• Analyzed the production of aromatic monomers and syngas
• Successfully produced aromatic monomers with high yield
• Generated syngas from wood biomass effectively
• Demonstrated sustainability in the conversion process without external hydrogen needs