Atomic catalyst unlocks the hidden value of plant waste

ScienceDaily
Aug 25, 2026, 6:09 am74 ptsTrending
Scientists have created a highly efficient catalyst that breaks down stubborn lignin from plant waste into useful chemicals under relatively mild conditions. By revealing exactly how the catalyst works at the atomic level, the discovery could help turn forestry and agricultural waste into renewable building…

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