Mineral-Based Composite Catalytic Materials

Overview & Synopsis

This Reprint highlights the latest advances in mineral-based catalysts and their principal oxide components—a cornerstone of green catalytic technology. Naturally abundant minerals with well-defined structures exhibit exceptional physicochemical properties, rendering them ideal catalysts or supports. Through strategic modification and activation, these materials significantly boost catalytic performance in critical environmental and energy-related applications. This collection features research on the synthesis and modification of mineral-based catalysts, as well as their applications in pollutant degradation, water splitting, CO2 reduction, and biomass conversion, offering innovative pathways toward a sustainable future.