Photocatalytic hydrogenolysis of C–O bonds in lignin model compounds and lignin bio-oil over Ru-supported holey g-C3N4 exfoliated nanosheets

Key Points

• The central aim is to enhance the conversion of lignin into fuel-range hydrocarbons through effective photocatalytic hydrogenolysis of C–O bonds.
• Utilized Ru-supported holey g-C3N4 exfoliated nanosheets for the photocatalytic process.
• Investigated hydrogenolysis reactions in lignin model compounds and real lignin bio-oil.
• Significant C–O bond conversion rates observed in lignin models.
• Yield of fuel-range hydrocarbons improved, indicating effective valorization of lignin.