Mechanistic Insights into the Thermal Pyrolysis of High-density Polyethylene and Polypropylene: Towards Sustainable Hydrogen Production and Carbon Valorization

Key Points

• The aim is to explore how high-temperature pyrolysis of plastic waste can generate hydrogen and valuable carbon materials.
• Conducted high-temperature pyrolysis experiments on high-density polyethylene and polypropylene.
• Analyzed the efficiency of hydrogen production alongside carbon material synthesis.
• Assessed the environmental implications of the pyrolysis process.
• Demonstrated effective hydrogen production during the pyrolysis process.
• Identified valuable carbon materials as end-products.
• Highlighted significant energy recovery potential from plastic waste.