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Highly selective production of gasoline-range hydrocarbons via hydroconversion of polyolefins over Ru/CeO2 and BEA hybrid catalysts

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00351F, Paper

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Junho Suh, Hyeongdong Jung, Joonkeol Yoon, Jae-Soon Choi, Jungup Bang, Do Heui Kim
The Ru/CeO₂ and BEA hybrid catalyst converted nearly all polyethylene into gasoline-range hydrocarbons with 95.4% selectivity, minimizing the production of methane under 0.8% and maximizing the productivity of precious metals.
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Harnessing solvent–3O2 charge transfer complex for photochemical conversion of phosphines to phosphine oxides: the synergy of light and ambient air

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00878J, Communication

Rahul Mondal, Reetu Rani Mondal, K. Geetharani
We report a catalyst-free photo-oxidation of phosphines via direct excitation of a solvent-O₂ charge-transfer complex. Using ambient air, a green solvent and a near-UV LED, this offers broad scope, high atom economy, and gram-scale efficiency.
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Domino Photoreduction of CO2 to CH4/C2H6 by Steering Catalyst Amounts

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC04570C, Paper

Minzhi Ma, Mengge Jia, Shichu Zhao, Zhiqiang Jiang, Kangle Lv, Tongqing Li, Helei Chai, Yan Lei, Jingjing Si, Zhi Zheng, Wenjun Fa
The global imperative for carbon-neutral fuels starkly contrasts with the persistent failure to achieve solar-driven CH4/C2H6 synthesis from CO2/H2O with both high selectivity and yield, as the thermodynamic propensity for...
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Combining rational design and computational tools in multi-parameter enzyme engineering to increase the fitness of a CYP152 peroxygenase for α-hydroxylation of fatty acids

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01139J, Paper

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Stephan Vrabl, Klara Bangert, Enrico F. Semeraro, Wolfgang Kroutil
The performance of the CYP152 peroxygenase PO_{_SPα} was substantially improved for the α-hydroxylation of medium-chain fatty acids by mutating oxidation-sensitive solvent exposed amino acids and exploiting computational tools.
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Correction: Phosphorescent bio-based resin for digital light processing (DLP) 3D-printing

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6477-6477
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC90062C, Correction

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Mirko Maturi, Carolina Pulignani, Erica Locatelli, Veronica Vetri Buratti, Silvia Tortorella, Letizia Sambri, Mauro Comes Franchini
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Recent progress in sustainable biomass valorization via chemoenzymatic catalysis

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6060-6094
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00142D, Critical Review

Guang-Hui Lu, Ning Li
Recent advances in biomass conversion into chemicals, fuels and materials by chemoenzymatic cascades are summarized in this work.
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From semiconductor diversity to mechanistic specificity: S-doped graphitic carbon nitride reprogramming metabolic pathways for bioplastic production

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6442-6457
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC07072D, Paper

Heng Li, Weidong Zhang, Ruixiang Zhao, Haiyan Li, Dong Xia, Yuanpeng Wang
Solar-driven S-doped g-C₃N₄–Cupriavidus necator biohybrids enable photoelectron-mediated metabolic reprogramming, thereby markedly enhancing both heterotrophic and autotrophic PHB production.
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High-strength biomass-based hydrogels: mechanisms, applications and perspectives

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6112-6151
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06582H, Tutorial Review

Yi Li, Mingjin Yang, Shaohua Jiang, Gaigai Duan, Bin He, Yong Huang, Zhao Liang, Xiaoshuai Han, Qilu Zhang, Shuijian He, Chunxin Ma
The rational design of biomass-based polymers and multi-network architectures gives hydrogels exceptional strength, toughness, and sustainability for next-generation green applications.
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Innovative mechanochemical synthesis of lipopeptide surfactants through direct amidation of fatty esters: application to silk-derived amphiphilic lipopeptides

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6261-6274
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06742A, Paper

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Lara Wehbe, Erwann Guénin, Alla Nesterenko
New mechanochemical strategy for producing lipoamino acids through amidation was studied. The methodology was applied to produce amphiphilic silk sericin lipopeptides.
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Photocatalytic synthesis of carbamo(dithioperoxo)thioates via a Z-scheme H2WO4/CsPbBr3 heterojunction

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6175-6183
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00231E, Communication

Haibo Zhu, Yahui Yang, Yong Wen, Shuying Guo, Liu Yang, Qiangwen Fan, Zhanggao Le, Zongbo Xie
Herein, a rationally designed Z-scheme H₂WO₄/CsPbBr₃ heterojunction enables photocatalytic synthesis of carbamo(dithioperoxo)thioates via three-component coupling of thiols, amines, and CS₂ at room temperature using air as the oxidant.
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Mechanical force-induced proton transfer promotes the selective extraction of spent lithium iron phosphate

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6432-6441
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00272B, Paper

Di Zhang, Ersha Fan, Qiyue Zhang, Xiaodong Zhang, Renjie Chen, Li Li
Recycling spent lithium-ion batteries is a crucial link in promoting the development of a clean energy circular economy.
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Eco-efficient hydrolysis of coconut oil: a continuous hydrothermal and water-only process for the production of oleochemicals

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6241-6260
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00718J, Paper

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Enkeledo Menalla, Diego Martin, Luis Vaquerizo, Jefferson W. Tester, María José Cocero, Danilo Cantero
A continuous hydrothermal process using water as reaction medium was investigated for the selective hydrolysis of triglycerides under sub- and supercritical conditions.
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A two-step high-throughput screening platform for engineering enzymes to cure unsaturated polyester resins

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6275-6283
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06576C, Paper

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Christoph Janknecht, Francisca Contreras, Thomke Belthle, Maximilian Nöth, Lukas Kalinka, Tina Radespiel, Ulrich Schwaneberg
A two-step high-throughput screening platform enables the engineering of peroxygenases as sustainable alternatives to cobalt accelerators for curing unsaturated polyester resins.
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Recent advancements in process intensification for singlet oxygen-mediated photooxidative transformations using flow photoreactors and photocatalytic materials

Green Chem., 2026, 28,5967-6005
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06801K, Critical Review

Mohsin Pasha, Muthumariappan Akilarasan, Maryum Ali, Wasif Farooq, Muhammad Nawaz Tahir, Mohsin Saleem, Muhammad Bilal Khan Niazi
This review provides a phenomenal framework to develop an efficient, green, and scaled-up singlet-oxygen-mediated photooxidative process through the integration of flow photoreactors, photocatalytic materials, an LED light source, and a solvent.
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Waste to worth: a circular solution through lignin engineering

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC05538E, Paper

Aleesha Nabhai, Zhengbai Li, Ilma Sang Mainardi, Oliver Charles Wasson, Qaseem Haider, Yun Wang, Jinxia Yuan, Xiaowen Chen, Xianzhi Meng, Arthur J. Ragauskas, Xuewen Wang, James Springstead, Qingliu Wu, Jinghao Li
A sustainable one-step in situ strategy functionalizes lignin from black liquor via an organic acid system, producing a adsorbent (FLAM) with strong pollutant removal and ammonia recovery, enabling reuse as a slow-release fertilizer in a closed loop.
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Sustainable electrosynthesis of hydroxymethanesulfonate from CO2 and sulfite

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6458-6467
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00427J, Paper

Mengjie Liu, Aimin Li, Hsiwen Wu, Alan M. Bond, Jie Zhang
A CoPc/CNT catalyst enables selective electrocatalytic C–S coupling, converting CO₂ and sulfite into hydroxymethanesulfonate. This work provides a practical route to high-value organosulfur synthesis from CO₂ and sulfur-based small molecules.
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Techno-economic and life cycle assessment of tannin production from spruce bark for leather industry applications

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6284-6294
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00120C, Paper

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Ilmari Niiranen, Susanna Forssell, Pekka Oinas, Rofice Dickson
Industrial-scale production of tannins from spruce bark provides a bio-based and sustainable alternative to chromium-based tanning agents.
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Quenching of singlet oxygen plays a decisive role in the efficiency and stability of ligand-protected Au clusters for photocatalytic oxidation

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6468-6476
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC05797C, Paper

Wen-Wen Ren, Yuhsuan Lee, Li-Jia Cao, Shu-Ming Bai, Song Gao, Li-Nan Zhou
Atomically precise gold nanoclusters (Au NCs) exhibit immense potential in photocatalysis, yet their application is often hampered by low efficiency and stability under oxidative turnover. We report a kinetic shielding strategy to address this issue.
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Engineered atomically dispersed cobalt sites in one-dimensional pyridine-based covalent organic frameworks for enhanced photocatalytic CO2 reduction

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6393-6403
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06021D, Paper

Siting Ma, Zijie Fu, Chenxi Sun, Ying Ha, Xiaohong Yin, Manman Mu, Guoyi Bai
A Co–Py-COF is successfully constructed by anchoring single-atom Co²⁺ in one-dimensional COFs with imine–pyridine chelation, which regulates photogenerated charge transfer and CO₂ activation, achieving enhanced photocatalytic CO₂-to-CO conversion.
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Electrochemical upcycling of PET to value-added chemicals via amorphous–crystalline interface engineering

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6332-6342
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00017G, Paper

Jinyong Sun, Yuxiao Wang, Shuixing Dai, Arafat Toghan, Minghua Huang
Ni foam-supported hierarchical NiCu-LDH/NiCo₂O₄ heterostructure with amorphous–crystalline interfaces enhances EG oxidation via improved wettability and interfacial electronic synergy.
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Reactivity under mechanochemical conditions: a new and more sustainable era for hypervalent iodine?

Green Chem., 2026, 28,5896-5909
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00367B, Critical Review

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Pernilla Öberg, Sayad Doobary, Berit Olofsson
This critical review compares reactivity and sustainability of hypervalent iodine reactions under solution-phase vs. solid-phase conditions, representing a possible new era for hypervalent iodine chemistry under mechanochemical conditions.
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A biomimetic photoredox anthraquinone platform for efficient hydrogen peroxide production

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6423-6431
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06430A, Paper

Jing Cui, Kai-Kai Niu, Xiao-Zhong Wu, Ling-Bao Xing, Qing-Min Wang
We report a biomimetic, photoredox active anthraquinone platform that enables efficient hydrogen peroxide production under mild and metal-free conditions.
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Zeolite confinement and defect engineering steering the photocatalytic conversion of CO2 to C2H4

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6381-6392
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06423F, Paper

Jun Hong, Xiaoxia Zhou, Jixing Fan, Xiaoxiao Yu, Zihua Wu, Huaqing Xie
The optimized Ag–Cu_xO/TS-1 catalyst achieves efficient CO₂-to-C₂H₄ conversion, and the intimate interfacial contact and optimized CO₂ adsorption promote *CO enrichment and C–C coupling, achieving 100% selectivity toward C₂H₄.
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A sunlight-compatible photochemical thiol–ene reaction promoted by a paracyclophane-derived photocatalyst

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6169-6174
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06810J, Communication

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Gaétan Archer, Solenne Lécuyer, Jean-Louis Clément, Didier Gigmes, Malek Nechab, Anne-Doriane Manick
A sustainable thiol–ene (yne) click reaction has been developed using a paracyclophane derived photocatalyst (1–2.5 mol%) in ethanol under @LED405 or sunlight at room temperature.
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Facile fractionation of spent coffee grounds into sustainable aviation fuel-relevant streams using methanol and potential endogenous alcohol–glycerol solvent mixtures

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6226-6240
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06813D, Paper

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Christopher Acquah, Kerby C. Jones, Victor T. Wyatt, Valerie García-Negrón, Emmanuel A. Aboagye, Wo Bin Bae, Ishmaiah E. Small, Jack E. Kleissler, Joseph F. Stanzione, Jun Hee Jang
A sustainable biorefinery approach converts spent coffee grounds into SAF relevant intermediates. Utilizing glycerol–ethanol as potential endogenous solvents improves process economics and safety by lowering autogenous pressure and production costs.
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Green reduction of graphene oxide mediated by Sporosarcina pasteurii under harsh conditions, changing the paradigm of rGO production with a non-pathogenic, nanomaterial-resistant bacterium

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6317-6331
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC04774A, Paper

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Massimiliano Papi, Francesco Amato, Andrea Giacomo Marrani, Leonardo Giaccari, Francesca Sciandra, Marco De Spirito, Valentina Palmieri
A sustainable method reduces graphene oxide (GO) using S. pasteurii in water at low temperatures, eliminating toxic reagents. The process is efficient, scalable, and can be enhanced with green bioreactors and renewable energy.
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Bridging fundamental mechanisms and scalable manufacturing of Na4Fe3(PO4)2P2O7 for large-scale sodium-ion storage

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6095-6111
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06522D, Tutorial Review

Yuhang Xin, Hexiao Zhang, Kunyu Zhao, Mamdouh M. Abdelghany, Yinshuai Wang, Qianchen Wang, Feng Wu, Hongcai Gao
Sodium-ion batteries have emerged as promising candidates for large-scale energy storage systems, where the cost and long-term stability of cathode materials are of paramount importance.
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Solid-state interrupted chemical reaction-based tri-phase design of the FeMoO4/CuFe2S3/CuSe2 electrocatalyst for enhancing electrochemical nitrogen reduction

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6295-6316
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06597F, Paper

Meselu Eskezia Ayalew, Abambagade Abera Mitiku, Tsegaye Girma Eshetu, Quoc-Nam Ha, Van-Nho Tran, Li-Duan Tsai, Yin-Wen Tsai, Dong-Hau Kuo
A tri-phase FeMoO₄/CuFe₂S₃/CuSe₂ electrocatalyst shows excellent performance for electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction in neutral media, delivering an NH₃ yield of 6.15 mg h⁻¹ cm⁻² with a high FE of 93.8%.
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Holistic utilization of lignin-derived oligomers and polymers from oxidative catalysis to fabricate highly swelling agro-hydrogels

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6343-6355
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC07079A, Paper

Zhichao Ma, Wenshuang Feng, Yuting Zhu, Xuhai Zhu, Haisong Wang, Ning Li, Feng Wang
This study utilized the oxidation products of lignin to synthesize highly swelling hydrogels, demonstrating enhanced performance of the hydrogel via the incorporation of both polymeric and oligomeric moieties derived from depolymerization.
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Advancing biorefineries: catalytic frontiers in the synthesis and application of glycerol carbonate

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6006-6027
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00180G, Critical Review

Haoru Tang, Xian Yi Ng, Cong Luo, Hwai Chyuan Ong, Hwei Voon Lee
Catalytic transesterification of glycerol with organic carbonates for glycerol carbonate production, including the catalyst-assisted reaction pathway, subsequent product separation processes, and downstream applications of glycerol carbonate.
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Recent advances in decarboxylative functionalization of N-arylglycines via photo- and electro-catalysis: a green chemistry perspective

Green Chem., 2026, 28,5941-5966
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00664G, Critical Review

Ming-Zhong Zhang, Haiyan Liu, Jianjing Yang, Sheng-Rong Guo, Jiangwei Wen
Decarboxylative functionalization of N-arylglycines represents a powerful strategy for accessing valuable nitrogen-containing compounds.
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Zinc–indium sulfide nanosheets with anion vacancies promote photocatalytic upgrading of lignin oil to biodiesel

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6372-6380
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06231D, Paper

Xiao Lian, Jiabing Chen, Jie Yang, Mingxiang Zhu, Fang Zhang
Through dual regulation of morphology and sulfur vacancies, the optimized catalyst (ZIS-NS-8) exhibits a six-fold improvement in catalytic performance compared to the original ZIS for photocatalytically upgrading lignin oil into diesel precursors.
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Molecular simulation in cellulose dissolution: mechanisms, green solvent design, and future directions

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6028-6059
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06968H, Critical Review

Dongqi Yang, Xin Li, Jinxia Ma
Molecular simulation techniques have significantly advanced our understanding of cellulose dissolution mechanisms, providing atomic-level insights that are challenging to obtain experimentally.
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Solvent-free infrared polymerization of lactic acid: toward greener PLA production

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6356-6371
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06684K, Paper

Maria Montrone, Cosimo Cardellicchio, Jennifer Gubitosa, Paola Fini, Mattia Di Maro, Donatella Duraccio, Paola Amazio, Pietro Cotugno, Gianluca M. Farinola, Maria Annunziata M. Capozzi
A solvent-free approach to the direct polymerization of lactic acid is reported. IR irradiation ensures efficient heating, while acid catalysts promote dehydrative condensation under atmospheric pressure, enabling a green, zero-waste process.
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Evaluation of a lab-scale ionic liquid synthesis using life cycle assessment

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6404-6422
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06385J, Paper

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Rhea Mathew, Sirui Chen, Agnieszka Brandt-Talbot, Jacqueline S. Edge, Tom Welton
Life cycle assessment of a lab-scale ionic liquid synthesis: project methodology flowchart, single damage score comparison, and recommendations.
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Solvent selection for a biomass-to-bioproduct pipeline through integrated reductive catalytic fractionation and microbial funneling

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6194-6213
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06557G, Paper

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Sarada Sripada, Juriti Rajbangshi, Emmanuel A. Aboagye, Maximiliano García-Mancilla, Timothy J. Donohue, Daniel R. Noguera, Reid C. Van Lehn, Christos T. Maravelias, Steven D. Karlen, Canan Sener
This study identifies solvent mixtures for reducing reductive catalytic fractionation (RCF) reactor capital expenses, thereby minimizing the economics of producing 2-pyrone-4,6-dicarboxylic acid (PDC) from poplar biomass in an RCF-based biorefinery.
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Revisiting applications of itaconic acid-based polymers obtained by (poly)condensation chemistry

Green Chem., 2026, 28,5910-5940
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06888F, Critical Review

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Nicola Bragato, Lazaros Papadopoulos, Andrea Pasquale, Sacha Pérocheau Arnaud, Minna Hakkarainen, Alessandro Pellis, Tobias Robert
This review covers the recent progress in synthesis and appications of itaconic acid-derived monomers and polymers obtained by (poly)condensation chemistry.
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Shades of green: the path to flotation reagents development

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6152-6168
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC05349H, Perspective

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Gabriela Budemberg, Rickard Jolsterå, Tommy Karlkvist, Saeed Chehreh Chelgani
This study proposes a comprehensive classification framework for flotation reagents, grounded in four key pillars: safer chemical profiles, biodegradability, sustainable raw materials, and green production.
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Corrosion-resistant microplasma anode arrays for high-temperature molten salt electrolysis and in situ analysis

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6214-6225
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06777D, Paper

Junhan Luo, Qi Qing, Bo Liang, Shuang Liu, Zhe Wang, Jing Chen, Yuexiang Lu
Gaseous microplasma anodes exhibit superior corrosion resistance and significantly lower cost compared to solid Pt anodes for the electroreduction of UO₂ in molten salt, also offering the potential for in-situ analysis.
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Biodegradable polyurethane non-tackifier pressure-sensitive adhesive derived from cashew nut shells

Green Chem., 2026, 28,6184-6193
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC05627F, Paper

Seo Jeong Hur, Yongha Jeon, Haemin Jeong, Jimin Shim, Jihoon Shin, Kwon Yong Choi, U Hyeok Choi, Hee Joong Kim
A cardanol-derived polyurethane pressure-sensitive adhesive exhibits strong adhesion without tackifiers and rapid degradability under mild conditions, enabled by unsaturated alkyl chains.
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Ionic atmosphere and temperature field–promoted dissociation and phase reconstruction of bastnaesite

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC05704C, Paper

Qionghua Xie, Yifan Hao, Guocheng Yao, Cong Wang, Liangshi Wang
The SO₄²⁻ ionic atmosphere and thermal-field phase reconstruction enable the green and efficient recovery of both rare earth and fluorine resources.
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PET-upcycled and biobased hyperbranched polyesters for self-healable and flame-retardant powder coatings

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00220J, Paper

Song Gu, Jingjing Du, Yaqiong Zhang, Wangcheng Liu, Gustavo de Figueiredo Brito, Yiding Cao, Baoming Zhao, Jinwen Zhang
Upcycled PET-derived phosphorus-containing hyperbranched polyesters, combined with a biobased resveratrol epoxy, enable VOC-free powder coatings with self-healing, fire safety, and practical performance.
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Synchronous recognition of P–intermediates and nucleophiles empowers diversified trivalent phosphorus synthesis

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00555A, Paper

Xue Liu, Jingcheng Hu, Chengbiao Zhu, Dake Wang, Jia Yan, Jinyu Wang, Zhenwei Wei, Yong Yuan, Hong Yi, Aiwen Lei
Trivalent phosphines bearing P–X bonds are valuable intermediates, antioxidants, ligands, and functional agents, yet their sustainable and selective synthesis remains challenging. Here we present a synchronous identification strategy for P-intermediates...
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Machine Learning Framework to Predict Glass Transition Temperature in Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents: A Step toward Green Functional Materials

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01009A, Paper

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Durbek Usmanov, Priyanka Yadav, Gerardo M. Casanola-Martin, Akshat Mallya, Seyedehelham Shirvanihosseini, Allison Hubel, Bakhtiyor Rasulev
Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents (NADES) are a promising class of sustainable and environmentally-safe solvents with highly tunable physicochemical properties, including the glass transition temperature, which is critical for their functional...
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CO₂-Enabled Electrochemical Selective Deuterodefluorination of β,γ-Unsaturated α,α-Difluoroesters with Tunable Alkene Deuteration

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01929C, Paper

Yuhang Dong, Ping Lv, Yingying Chen, Yanni Yue, Xiaoli Bu, Hong-Ping Deng, Mengtao Ma, Fei Xue
Recent advances in deuteration, including C-F bond deuterodefluorination and alkene reductive deuteration, have enabled site-selective isotope labeling of bioactive molecules and functional materials. Nevertheless, most methods rely on precious metals,...
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Non-decarboxylative functionalization of free carboxylic acids: Strategies for C–O bond formation via photo- and electrochemical approaches

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00661B, Critical Review

Binbin Huang
Carboxylic acids are among the most readily available, bench-stable, and cost-effective building blocks in organic chemistry. However, the low reactivity of free carboxyl group in both electrophilic and nucleophilic transformations...
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Electrochemical Nitrate-to-Ammonia Conversion over a Broad Concentration Range via a Hollow Co3O4/CuO Catalyst

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00484A, Paper

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Li Yao, Shao YE, Zhe Li, Mingjie Tuo, Yibin Cui, Zhenbin Wang, Zhenhua Xie, Wenlei Zhu, Bo Shen
Widespread nitrate contamination in water challenges both aquatic ecosystems and drinking water safety, and the electrocatalytic nitrate reduction to ammonia (eNRA) presents a promising sustainable way to convert pollutants to...
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Visible Light Induced 6π Electrocyclization: Divergent Synthesis of Seven Membered Ring Derivatives

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01010E, Communication

Zongkang Wang, Yiting Liu, Chaoying Liang, Yihui Yan, Linrui Yang, Yan Wang, Yakun Jiang, Chengyu Wang, Yanzhong Li
We reported the first visible light-induced 6π electrocyclic reaction for the divergent synthesis of seven-membered ring derivatives. When BHT was employed, the indole skeletons bearing seven-membered rings underwent a 6π/4π...
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Engineered Microbial Catalyst for Simultaneous Depolymerization and Upcycling of Polycaprolactone

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00678G, Paper

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Saint Moon Kim, Yoonjoo Seo, Renjing Jiang, Linrui Tan, Linduo Zhao, John W Scott, Yong-Su Jin, Na Wei
Plastic waste is a pressing global challenge. Although end-of-life plastics have long been regarded as an environmental burden, they also represent a vast yet underutilized carbon resource that could be...
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Organocatalytic electrochemical synthesis of α-quaternary amino aldehydes

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01193D, Communication

Jun Tan, Yueyue Fan, Youai Qiu, Dengke Ma
α-Quaternary amino aldehydes are highly valuable synthetic targets in synthetic and medicinal chemistry, yet the efficient synthesis of sterically hindered α-quaternary amino aldehydes, especially for amino drug modification, remains a...
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Hydrogen Isotope Exchange of Multisubstituted Alkenes Catalyzed by Zeolite

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00499G, Paper

Yuan Gao, Feiyu Qiu, Yi Chen, Huize Li, Andi Zou, Zhanhong Zheng, Xinhao Tang, Aiwen Lei, Wu Li
Olefins are widely present in natural products and synthetic drugs, and also serve as building blocks in organic synthesis. However, deuterated multisubstituted alkenes are rarely reported, owing to structural limitations...
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Radical-mediated conversion of methane and water to light alcohols

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01413E, Communication

Zeyu Gao, Di Li, Yuping Yang, Chenxin Wu, Li Wang, Zhaolun Cui, Lei Hua, Haiyang Li, Chong Peng, Dehui Deng, Yanhui Yi
This work offers valuable insights for green methane conversion, representing a significant advancement in process simplification and sustainability.
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Two-step sequential reactions involving supercritical CO2 and photocatalysis for PET degradation and hydrogen production

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00641H, Paper

Yanbing Liu, Jinwen Shi, Zitong Zhuang, Xing Kang, Wenbo Xiao, Binjiang Zhai, Mengyuan Zhu, Hui Jin, Liejin Guo
This study combined supercritical CO₂ and photocatalysis to hydrolyze plastic into monomers and converted them into valuable chemicals with simultaneous H₂ production, achieving green upcycling of waste plastic under mild conditions.
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Recovery of silver from end-of-life silicon solar panels through a peroxymonosulfate-based advanced oxidation approach

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06177F, Paper

Zhaoyi Yang, Longyan Chang, Weijun Zhang, Dongsheng Wang
In PMS/Fe²⁺, high-valent Fe(IV is generated, which converts PMS to singlet oxygen (¹O₂) and sulfate radicals (SO₄˙⁻). These reactive species oxidize Ag⁰ to soluble Ag⁺, enabling rapid and efficient silver leaching from end-of-life silicon solar cells.
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Reclaiming carbon fibres: a green catalytic route for low-temperature CFRP recycling

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06006K, Communication

Yunzi Xin, Mai Goto, Takashi Shirai
A green catalytic strategy enables low-temperature recycling of CFRP, selectively removing the resin matrix and recovering structurally preserved carbon fibres for sustainable reuse.
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Sustainability Impact for Extraction (SIX Score): from Concepts and Principles to Impact-based Metric for Green Extraction Assessment

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC07041D, Paper

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Giorgio Capaldi, CLELIA AIMONE, giorgio mongardi, Emanuela Calcio Gaudino, Giorgio Grillo, Giancarlo Cravotto
The shift towards a circular and sustainable economy has positioned the biorefinery sector as a key player in the valorisation of industrial by-products, particularly through the extraction of bioactive compounds...
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Accurately regulating the Ni coordination environment via atomic layer deposition and enabling efficient CO2 electroreduction

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01127F, Paper

Xian Liu, Shuangfeng Xing, Jijie Li, Wen-Yan Zan, Zhe Gao, Fengwei Zhang
The 5Ni@NC-400H catalyst with Ni₂N₆ sites showed 99.5% of FE_COfor CO₂RR to CO at −0.77 V and FE_CO retained >99% from −0.37 to −1.17 V vs. RHE in flow cell. The CO₂activation at Ni₂N₆sites occurs via bridging absorption of reaction intermediates.
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An emulsifier- and organic solvent-free one-step method for fabricating nano-encapsulated phase change materials

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00361C, Paper

Jiayi Liu, Jiao Wu, Linbo Guan, Zhonghua Wang, Yulong Xiao, Xiaowei Fu, Liang Jiang, Jingxin Lei, Yuan Lei, Yao Xiao
An emulsifier- and organic solvent-free one-step method is introduced for the fabrication of NePCMs. The resulting NePCM exhibited a unique interpenetrating core–shell structure, and demonstrated a high encapsulation efficiency of 96.3%.
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Evaluating the Sustainability of Electrochemical CO2 Capture Technology through LCA and LCC: A Winery Industry Application

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00309E, Paper

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Prince Sungdewie Adama Nopuo, Javiera Francisca Gutierrez-Espinoza, Carmen María Fernández, P. M. I. Canas, Esteban García-Romero, Manuel A Rodrigo, Justo Lobato
This study presents a comprehensive environmental and economic assessment of CO2 absorption using electrochemically produced NaOH for the industry decarbonization (e.g. winery industry). The EDEN® technology, based on the chlor...
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Heterogeneous catalytic synthesis of amino acids from biomass-based and waste plastic feedstocks

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00825A, Tutorial Review

Ye Meng, Zhi Xia, Minjian Yang, Hu Li
This review outlines recent advances in synthesis of amino acids from biomass-based and plastic feedstocks via heterogeneous catalysis, summarizes catalytic mechanisms, material design, and performance, and discusses challenges and opportunities.
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Semi-embedded Ni@ZSM-5 catalyst for efficient fatty acid hydrodeoxygenation: Role of metal–support interaction

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00086J, Paper

Guanyi Zhang, Hao Yan, Lei Wang, Zhihao Zheng, Dawei Wang, Siyuan Zheng, Zhitong Qian, Luxuan Sun, Haisong Feng, Xin Zhang, Weiming Zhai, Feng Liu, Zhihai Hu, Yusen Yang
Deoxygenation of biomass-derived fatty acids presents an effective and sustainable pathway for producing diesel-range alkanes. However, achieving hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) under relatively mild conditions while effectively mitigating carbon deposition remains challenging....
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Tunable hydrated deep eutectic solvents for efficient lignocellulose fractionation towards sustainable biorefineries

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00720A, Paper

Wei Liu, Yu Zhang, Jinlong Feng, Zhan Li, Huiwu Zhu, Jiayin Hu, Qingxi Hou
Water-tunable hydrated deep eutectic solvents achieves 95.41% lignin extraction while preserving β-O-4 linkages, yielding antioxidant lignin, enhancing saccharification, and establishing a scalable biorefining framework.
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Photothermal catalytic CO2 hydrogenation to methanol

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00690F, Tutorial Review

Jie Lin, Chunxue Jiao, Zhenjie Wang, Haihua Yin, Xingchao Dai
Utilization of waste CO2 to replace traditional fossil-based resource for production of valuable fuels or chemicals is an ideal strategy to release the pressure in energy and enviroment. As a...
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Rhodium catalyst immobilization in trialkylamine-functionalized ionic liquids as a new efficient way to promote biphasic reductive hydroformylation of methyl 10-undecenoate

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01402J, Paper

Camille Galand, Jérémy Ternel, Nicolas Kania, Frédéric Capet, Hervé Bricout, Sébastien Tilloy, Eric Monflier, Michel Ferreira
In this work, trialkylamine-functionalized ionic liquids were assessed for their dual role as solvents and ligands in the biphasic reductive hydroformylation of methyl 10-undecenoate (MU), a renewable substrate derived from castor oil.
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Synthesis of thermo-shear-responsive dynamic covalent networks based on humins and the Diels–Alder reaction

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00070C, Paper

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Dilhan Kandemir, Meghana Mekala, Ruth Cardinaels, Peter Van Puyvelde, Anton Ginzburg
Biorefinery-derived humins act as diene sources in Diels–Alder chemistry, showing high endo selectivity and enabling the formation of dynamic covalent networks.
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Lithium leaching–induced activation of spent LFP composites for enhanced water oxidation with concurrent lithium recovery

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00526H, Paper

Zhihan Xu, Lun Li, Jingwen Wei, Haojing Zhang, Chao Wu, Yilin Dong, Shibo Xi, Tianze Wu, Kangkang Tong, Xia Long, Bora Karasulu, Zhichuan J. Xu, Ye Zhou
This research transforms a previously ignored phenomenon—lithium leaching—into a powerful design tool, turning an environmental liability (spent LFP) into a high-performance OER catalyst while recovering a critical resource (lithium).
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Bioconversion of an untapped lignin monomer into a new pyridine-dicarboxylic acid building block

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00315J, Paper

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Pablo Espada-Núñez, Gonzalo Durante-Rodríguez, Dominic Aboagye, Francesc Medina, Marta Fernández-García, Alexandra Muñoz-Bonilla, Carlos del Cerro-Sánchez, Eduardo Díaz
Scheme of the valorization of lignin-derived homovanillic acid to the new building block 2,5-CPDCA for the production of PBCP polyester.
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β-Boron or β-silicon effect enables a regioselective Ni-catalyzed hydrocyanation of internal alkynes

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00727A, Paper

Zhi-Hao Chen, Shuang Lin, Xinman Kang, Jiawu Huang, Jiasheng Qian, Qingjiang Li, Honggen Wang
An Earth-abundant nickel-catalysed regioselective hydrocyanation of propargylic B(MIDA) or silane substrates with AIBN (2,2′-azobis(2-methylpropionitrile)) as a low-toxicity H–CN source is reported.
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Techno-economic analysis and carbon footprint assessment of gasification based green methanol production from diverse biomass residues in China

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00523C, Paper

Wubin Yan, Yinan Feng, Hongxi Luo, Xiaonan Wang, Chuan Zhang
Through a process system model, techno-economic analysis, and life cycle assessment of various bio-methanol production pathways, this study provides insights for the development of the biomethanol industry in China.
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Sustainable room-temperature, water-driven conversion of CO₂ to graphitic carbon quantum dots on electride electrodes

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00266H, Paper

Rungkiat Nganglumpoon, Jiang Li, Krongkwan Poolboon, Nattha Lertsukprasert, Theerawat Waiyaka, Thanayuth Jongrungrotbaworn, Anuchida Charuchit, Weerachon Tolek, Natthasini Sakulkittimasak, Paisan Kittisupakorn, Jakkapat Seeyangnok, Udomsilp Pinsook, Hideo Hosono, Joongjai Panpranot
Converting CO₂ into valuable solid carbon offers the dual benefits of permanent sequestration and economic utility. Although CO₂ reduction via reactive hydrides to produce solid carbon is thermodynamically feasible under...
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Plastic waste boosted plasma-assisted ammonia synthesis process from N2 and H2O

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00740F, Communication

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Wenping Li, Jinguang Hu, Hangtian Hu, Hui Zheng, Zheng Li, Aiguo Wang, Zhangxin Chen
Sustainable ammonia (NH3) synthesis under moderate conditions, powered by renewable electricity and with reduced CO2 emissions, is a promising alternative to the energy-intensive Haber–Bosch process. In this work, we developed...
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Unlocking Vanadium Diboride As High-Performance Cathodes for Zinc-Ion Batteries

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01404F, Paper

Yilei He, Lehuan Huang, Zining Li, Yang Li, Liubing Dong
Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) are increasingly valued for safe, large-scale and green energy storage applications. However, conventional Mn-based and V-based cathode materials suffer from inferior structure stability and poor conductivity-induced...
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Sustainable Organic Electrochemistry: Earth-Abundant Metals (EAMs) in Organic Electrocatalysis

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00988C, Tutorial Review

Najoua Sbei, Seyfeddine Rahali, Nisar Ahmed
The global shift toward sustainable chemical processes has accelerated interest in organic electrosynthesis as a green, electricity-driven alternative to traditional redox transformations. Among emerging catalytic systems, earth-abundant metals (EAMs) such...
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Techno-economic assessment of sustainable isoprene production coupled with carbon dioxide sequestration using genetically engineered Synechococcus elongatus UTEX 2973

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06199G, Paper

Indrajeet Yadav, Akhil Rautela, Agendra Gangwar, Preeti Yadav, Sanjay Kumar
Engineered cyanobacteria use flue gas as a CO₂ source to produce isoprene. A techno-economic analysis assesses commercial viability and determines the major cost factors influencing the overall production efficiency and scalability.
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Cellulosic ethylene glycol-economic potential, contaminants and process concepts

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01055E, Perspective

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Jean-Paul Lange, Romolo Di Sabatino, M. Pilar Ruiz
Producing ethylene glycol from lignocellulose requires effective and affordable removal of contaminants. Which are the troublesome contaminants and how to deal with them?
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Active lignin stabilization in lignocellulosic biomass fractionation: mechanisms and advancements

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00829A, Critical Review

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Andreas Schröder, Ruijie Wu, Patrik Eklund, Henrik Grénman, Chunlin Xu
Lignin condensation reduces lignin reactivity, increases structural heterogeneity, and limits efficient valorization. Condensation inhibition strategies preserve key linkages, promote depolymerization, and enhance downstream utilization of lignin.
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Mild-depolymerized lignin for reinforced polyvinyl alcohol wood adhesives

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01017B, Paper

Rong Tan, Shuang-Lin Zou, Ying-Chun Xu, Jia-Hui Wang, Peng Zhu, Qiang Wang, Gui-Xia Zhang, Chang-You Shao, Ji Zhao, Lu Zheng, Ling-Ping Xiao, Run-Cang Sun
Mildly controlled depolymerization yields lignin-PVA adhesives with low formaldehyde emission, exceptional UV resistance, solvent stability, and high bonding strength for eco-friendly wood bonding.
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A well-defined Pd(II)-NHC aqua complex for ambient Buchwald–Hartwig amination in tert-butanol

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00831C, Paper

Yaxu Liu, Zheng Wang, Ziyi Quan, Fengze Sun, Lixing Zhao, Lei Guo, Yixuan Gao, Bo Wang
A well-defined Pd(BIAN-IPr^#)Cl₂(OH₂) catalyst enables efficient C–N cross-couplings with high chemoselectivity.
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Lignin and phenylenediamine synergy in carbon dots: deciphering the origin of long-wavelength photoluminescence and the carbon core growth

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00520A, Paper

Kai Chen, Yongsheng Zhang, Tao Shi, Zhi-Min Zhao, Zhi-Hua Liu, Li Xu, Junbo Gong, Bing-Zhi Li
Hybrid carbon dots exhibit an evolution mechanism wherein a p-phenylenediamine-derived red fluorophore provides high quantum yield, and lignin forms a robust carbon core, enabling superior long-wavelength photoluminescence and photostability.
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Interfacially engineered MXene hydrogels with dual-conductive networks for high-performance multifunctional sensing via a green and sustainable strategy

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06447C, Paper

Runfeng Zhang, Yan Zhang, Zongmao Lv, Hai Yu, Jie Liu, Xuejing Zheng, Keyong Tang
The development of high-performance conductive hydrogels through green and sustainable strategies remains a pivotal challenge in flexible electronics.
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Sustainable production of high-energy-density fuels with natural terpenes and phenols

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06600J, Paper

Jia Li, Yan-Hong Tan, Yan-Cheng Hu, Hong-Yan Wang, Jing-Pei Cao
Phenol, which can be sourced from lignin, serves as an effective coupling partner in ring-increasing reactions with terpenes. This approach enables the synthesis of polycyclic fuel candidates with improved energy density.
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Synergistic co-upcycling of polycarbonate and organophosphate ester wastes via chemically complementary reactivity

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01199C, Paper

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Yunkai Yu, Zexiang Wu, Minghao Zhang, Siyu Zhang, Yanwen Wang, Jing Li, Weixiang Wu, Qingqing Mei
Chemically complementary co-upcycling of polycarbonate plastics and organophosphate ester wastes into high-value bisphenol A alkyl ethers.
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A bioinspired photoenzymatic cascade enabled by a bifunctional arylformamidase for efficient synthesis of L-kynurenine derivatives

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00950F, Paper

Changmei Liu, Xiaorui Chen, Chengyue Miao, Changtong Zhu, Meiling Liu, Min He, Xinpeng Lu, Wenrui Huang, Yijian Rao, Zhenbo Yuan
A bioinspired one-pot one-step photoenzymatic cascade integrating a metal-free photocatalyst and an engineered bifunctional arylformidase directly convert L-Trp and its esters into L-Kyn under mild conditions with excellent green metrics evaluation.
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Green ionic liquid engineering for efficient and stable radioactive iodine capture: a review of the fundamentals and future perspectives

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06740E, Critical Review

Xin Xin, Cheng Tang, Ling-Qiong Gou, Ling He, Guo-Hong Tao
The strong intramolecular hydrogen bond of curcumin is broken by ionization and curcumin anions form a weaker intermolecular hydrogen bond, which is easily disrupted, making it easy to react with iodine and form a new strong halogen bond.
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Low-Temperature Photothermal CO2-to-CO Conversion from Flue Gas Using a g-C3N4/TiO2/MXene Heterojunction with 100% Selectivity

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00125D, Paper

Yang Meng, Wen Li, Silvia Zamponi, Yongpeng Ma, Weifeng Zhou, Hongxia Chao, Shi Tang, Mario Berrettoni, Hongzhong Zhang
Via a sol-gel route, we synthesized a ternary type-II/Schottky heterojunction g-C3N4/TiO2/MXene (GTM) photothermal catalyst that harnessed residual heat from industrial flue gas together with sunlight to achieve efficient CO2 reduction...
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Catalyst-Free Lignin Photothermal Valorization via Promoted Aromatic C-H Cleavage

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06859B, Paper

Zipeng Chen, Yifei Sun, Yunjie Zou, Sanli Tang, Jingjing Tian, Chengliang Mao, Zhihui Ai
Chemical conversion offers a promising way to native lignin valorization, which serves as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-derived carbon and hydrogen sources. However, selective transformation of lignin using conventional thermochemical...
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Promotion of protein utilization from corn by-product via calcium-dependent growth stimulation of Streptomyces sp. SCUT-3

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00587J, Paper

Fu-Gen Zhang, Chu-yan Liang, Ming-Shu Zhang, Lei Wu, Can Qin, Zhi-Wei Li, Jun Dai, Wei Huang, Jun-jin Deng, Xiao-Chun Luo
Calcium signaling plays fundamental roles in growth and development in plants and animals, yet its functional significance in prokaryotes remains poorly understood. In this study, calcium carbonate was identified as...
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Magnetic-directed closed-loop lead recycling from spent perovskite photocatalysts toward sustainable CO2 reduction

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06999H, Paper

Jingyi Hou, Jiaying Rong, Jing Feng, Shuo Tao, Qiao Chen, Ranran Fu, Manqing Xu, Linxing Shi, Yuanyuan Zhang
Development of efficient lead recycling processes for spent perovskite photocatalysts is crucial for mitigating environmental risks associated with lead toxicity. In this study, we present a cost-effective, magnetic-directed closed-loop strategy...
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Emerging electrocatalysts and electrolyzers for high-current-density direct seawater electrolysis

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00859C, Critical Review

Qian Wu, Qingping Gao, Chenggong Zhang, Jiayi Wang, Junlong Li, Fan Yang, Shengjun Sun, Mohamed S. Hamdy, Asmaa Farouk, Xuping Sun
Direct seawater electrolysis (DSE) provides a promising technical route for green hydrogen production using renewable energy. However, due to the complex composition of seawater, DSE suffers from some issues such...
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Computation-aided redesign of C-glycosyltransferases facilitates sustainable biosynthesis of C-glycosides

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00247A, Paper

Xinhe Liu, Jialin Li, Wenrui Zhao, Xuesong Gong, Qiuyan Sun, Xudong Feng, Chun Li
C-Glycosides are ubiquitous natural products found in plants and microorganisms and are distinguished by diverse pharmacological activities and high metabolic stability, making them attractive scaffolds for drug discovery and development....
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Molecular engineering of nitrile-based additives by oxygen incorporation for highly stable Zn anode

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01547F, Paper

Wanglei Cheng, Boyi Yu, Xiaorui Yang, Yunpeng Fu, Wenjing Ni, Junjie Lu, Jinglun Wang
Rechargeable aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs) face significant challenges toward commercialization, primarily attributed to dendritic zinc growth and H2O-induced parasitic reactions. Herein, we propose a molecular engineering strategy based on oxygen...
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From Poison to Promoter: High-Entropy Alloy Enabled Water Activation for Robust Furfural Hydrogenation in a water-containing system

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00493H, Paper

Qiuxia Wang, Honglei Fan, Xun Dong, Yu Tian, Shen Diao, Mingjun Zhou, Xiaoyu Song, Chuao Ma, Hongliang Liu, Sidi Li
High-entropy alloys (HEAs), as new catalytic materials, reveal excellent catalytic performance in numerous reactions. However, how to rationally design high-entropy alloy catalysts with high hydrothermal stability for the efficient hydrogenation...
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Rechargeable aqueous zinc–bromine static batteries: operation mechanism, challenges, and improvement strategies

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC05909G, Tutorial Review

Ziyi Cheng, Hengbo Jia, Chao Tan, Yuanyuan Yang, Yue Shi, Yaning Zhou, Yongqiang Ji, Dan Zhang, Le Li
This review summarizes advances in aqueous zinc–bromine static batteries, starting with structural design, operation principles, major challenges, and electrode material, electrolyte, separator, and current collector modification strategies.
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A lead-free double perovskite Cs2AgBiBr6/BiOBr S-scheme heterojunction with enhanced Bi–Br–Bi coordination for photocatalytic CO2 reduction

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06991B, Paper

Jianwen Zhang, Chunling Hu, Hailong Li, Qi Li, Qi Zhang, Kangning Xue, Ji Zhou, Long Wang, Junfeng Gao, Juan Hou
A lead-free double perovskite S-scheme heterojunction forms a dense 2D/2D interface via Bi–Br bonds, establishing a direct electron transport pathway that synergistically enhances photocatalytic CO₂ reduction with the built-in electric field.
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Rethinking hydrothermal carbonization: development of lignin-focused biorefinery for generation of high-value hydrochar and lignin spheres

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00543H, Tutorial Review

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Valeria Pierpaoli, Giorgio Tofani, Edita Jasiukaitytė Grojzdek, Blaž Likozar, Miha Grilc, Marco Barbanera, Manuela Romagnoli
This tutorial review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) as a unified platform for biomass valorisation including the most recent developments and future challenges. After the...
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Engineering modular and tunable the overall photocatalytic generation of H 2 O 2 via atomic regulation 1D Covalent Organic Frameworks

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00599C, Paper

Machao Wang, Kailun Yao, Xiuyue He, Shentong Jiang, Zhiruo Tang, Zhiyong Guo, Jinni Shen, Hongbing Zhan
Photocatalytic oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) and water oxidation reaction (WOR) are highly promising green methods for hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) production. However, designing efficient photocatalysts for H₂O₂ synthesis remains a significant...
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Lignosulfonate molecular anchoring of polyaniline for high performance sodium-ion battery anodes

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00469E, Paper

Yifan Tong, Hao Zhuo, Shuai Zhang, Haihong Lai, Qi Wang, Zhenhua Dai, Hongzhi Zheng, Xinwen Peng, Linxin Zhong
Organic electrode materials (OEMs), particularly conductive polymers, are attractive because of their high theoretical capacities and molecular tunability. However, practical implementation is often limited by complicated synthesis/processing and, more critically,...
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Ammonium-Salt-Assisted Post Loading: A Cost-Effective Route to High-Performance Co-N-C with Enriched Active Sites in Surface for Nitroarene Hydrogenation

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00104A, Paper

Xinkang Cui, Kaiwei Liu, Pengfei Huang, Yajing Han, Qinggan Zeng, Miao Jin, Mengjiao Zhao, Liqiang Wang
Co-N-C catalysts are promising alternatives to noble-metal systems for nitroarene hydrogenation. However, it remains challenging to develop cost-effective synthetic routes that afford high-performance Co-N-C catalysts capable of meeting the requirements...
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Design of Bifunctional Catalysts for Hydrodeoxygenation of Biomass-Derived Compounds

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01534D, Tutorial Review

Ning Liang, Shuling Liu, lukuan zong, Xinao Wei, Keke Zhao, Jiaqi Wang, Yanyan Liu, Jianchun Jiang, Baojun Li
The depletion of fossil energy and the intensification of environmental problems have driven the development and utilization of biomass energy. However, the high oxygen content of biomass derivatives leads to...
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A synergistic Fe2O3-catalyzed roasting–leaching strategy for green and efficient recovery of metals from spent lithium batteries

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06481C, Paper

Xiaoyu Tan, Liang Zhou, Xingbang Wan
The rapid expansion of lithium-ion battery (LIB) consumption has intensified global concerns regarding resource depletion and environmental risks associated with their disposal.
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