Ethylene production from shale gas using a dielectric barrier discharge plasma reactor: an integrative circular economy perspective

신서진; Kyeongjun Seo; Seung-Jun Baek; Kyoung‐Su Ha; Wangyun Won

doi:10.1039/d5gc07016c

January 1, 2026Green Chemistry

Ethylene production from shale gas using a dielectric barrier discharge plasma reactor: an integrative circular economy perspective

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The aim is to explore the potential of plasma-assisted shale-gas-to-ethylene conversion for decarbonizing olefin production.
Evaluated the efficiency of dielectric barrier discharge plasma reactors in converting shale gas to ethylene.
Compared plasma-assisted methods to traditional steam cracking processes.
Assessed environmental impacts and energy consumption through a circular economy lens.
Plasma-assisted process achieved higher ethylene yields compared to traditional methods.
Demonstrated a significant reduction in net emissions during production.
Reactor design proven scalable for industrial applications.

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Shows ethylene production from shale gas, suggesting a pathway for emissions reduction.

Abstract

Electrifying energy-intensive chemical manufacturing is a key strategy for achieving net-zero emissions. Plasma-assisted shale-gas-to-ethylene (STE) conversion offers a promising electrified alternative to steam cracking for decarbonizing olefin production. In this...

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