Abstract
The product distribution in aqueous phase reforming (APR) of polyols is closely tied to the catalytically induced feed cleavage mechanism. Strategic variations in catalyst composition and synergistic effects prompted by reaction conditions, such as pH, can be utilized to tune the product distribution of both liquid and gaseous phases. This study aimed to compare the physicochemical properties of various NixSny/Ce(Zr)O2 catalysts and their performance in batch tests during the APR of a 6%wt. ethylene glycol (EG) solution under both neutral and alkaline conditions. The results show that the progressive addition of tin strongly tunes the activity of the catalysts and the nickel-induced methanation reaction under neutral conditions, albeit decreasing feed conversions. In synergy with tin tuning, the alkaline environment boosts the process by increasing conversions and H2-yields while still minimizing methanation due to the alkali-induced process of Cannizzaro disproportionation of EG into glycolic acid with subsequent reforming thereof.
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