Electronic modulation via asymmetrical heteronuclear sites: unlocking high-performance oxidative dehydrogenation of 1-butene with CO 2 over VCaO x –FeAlO x catalysts

Key Points

• The oxidative dehydrogenation achieved significant catalytic performance under specific conditions.
• Catalysts with asymmetric sites altered their chemical properties, enhancing reactivity and efficiency.
• These findings provide insights into catalyst design for improved oxidative dehydrogenation reactions.
• Potential advancements in the use of CO2 imply environmental benefits in chemical processes.