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The solvent miscibility table updated: miscibility and potential applications of green solvents
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC02901E, Communication


The green solvent miscibility table updates the classic table by adding green solvents from the CHEM21 guide. It shows miscibility, partial miscibility, and suggests applications for green solvent pairs.
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Ternary engineered linear polymers with a controllable cascade electron transfer pathway for efficient H2O2 photosynthesis coupled with biomass conversion
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC02197A, PaperXueling Song, Jiani Peng, Xin Li, Pengyan Zhao, Xiaoqin Zhao, Lei Wang
Ternary functionalized PS-TAA-AQ-Ru with a designable cascade electron transfer pathway for the full photocatalytic reaction of H2O2 production and FFA biomass conversion under visible-light irradiation.
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One-pot synthesis of lignin-derived fully bio-based dynamic dual-network polymers via synergistic side reactions and star-shaped architectural design
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC02520F, PaperQuan Yan, Bailiang Xue, Xiaojie Xie, Wenliang Wang, Xinping Li, Xiaojun Shen, Xianzhi Meng, Wei Zhao
A one-pot strategy to construct reprocessable dual-network polymers from lignin by repurposing star–star coupling side reactions for enhanced atom economy and employing bio-based dynamic crosslinkers with green chemistry principles.
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Continuous flow tube-in-tube oxidation of HMF to FDCA using heterogeneous manganese catalyst under mild conditions
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC02459E, Paper


Highly efficient and sustainable continuous production of FDCA was achieved using a cost-effective manganese-based catalyst, air as the oxidant, and heterogeneous tube-in-tube flow technology.
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Transforming PET recycling via solar-assisted sorption-enhanced gasification for a circular economy: integrated techno-economic and life cycle assessment
Green Chem., 2025, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC01106J, PaperShouzhuang Li, Yuming Wen, Yi Fang, Xian Li, Wujun Wang, Lili Zhang, Chi-Hwa Wang, Kevin M. Van Geem, Mika Järvinen
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET), the fifth most produced plastic in Europe, has become a focus of intense research due to the growing need for sustainable recycling solutions. In previous studies, a...
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DOI: 10.1039/D5GC01106J, PaperShouzhuang Li, Yuming Wen, Yi Fang, Xian Li, Wujun Wang, Lili Zhang, Chi-Hwa Wang, Kevin M. Van Geem, Mika Järvinen
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET), the fifth most produced plastic in Europe, has become a focus of intense research due to the growing need for sustainable recycling solutions. In previous studies, a...
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Coupling oxygen vacancy and Anatase/TiO₂ (B) phase-junction for promoting photocatalytic performance of platinum toward ammonia synthesis
Green Chem., 2025, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC04170H, CommunicationRong Fu, Di Lei, Jinhan Liu, Xianwei Zhang, Guangming Wang, yan wang
Photocatalytic ammonia synthesis under ambient condition represents a sustainable pathway compared to the Haber–Bosch process, but its efficiency is immensely limited by poor charge separation and the weak capability to...
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DOI: 10.1039/D5GC04170H, CommunicationRong Fu, Di Lei, Jinhan Liu, Xianwei Zhang, Guangming Wang, yan wang
Photocatalytic ammonia synthesis under ambient condition represents a sustainable pathway compared to the Haber–Bosch process, but its efficiency is immensely limited by poor charge separation and the weak capability to...
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Upcycling Spent Polycrystal LiNi1/3Co1/3Mn1/3O2 Cathodes into Single-Crystal Ni-Rich Materials via the "Four-In-One" Upcycling Regeneration Strategy
Green Chem., 2025, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC03333K, PaperFu Wan, Da Yang, Ruiqi Liu, Yupeng Lin, Wenwei Yin, Kaida Hu, Changding Wang, Yujie Zheng, Weigen Chen
Faced with the upcoming wave of retired lithium-ion batteries, effective recycling strategies are essential to address resource shortages, environmental pollution, and meet the demand for high-energy-density cathode materials. This paper...
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DOI: 10.1039/D5GC03333K, PaperFu Wan, Da Yang, Ruiqi Liu, Yupeng Lin, Wenwei Yin, Kaida Hu, Changding Wang, Yujie Zheng, Weigen Chen
Faced with the upcoming wave of retired lithium-ion batteries, effective recycling strategies are essential to address resource shortages, environmental pollution, and meet the demand for high-energy-density cathode materials. This paper...
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Liquid molten salt catalyst with dynamic active sites for efficient conversion of CO2 to CO
Green Chem., 2025, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC03584H, PaperRui Yu, Baoxin Gao, Xi Xiong, Kaifa Du, Kaiming Wu
The hydrogenation of CO2 to produce CO via reverse water-gas shift (RWGS) reaction is an effective pathway for CO2 capture and utilization. However, the sintering and deactivation issues of the...
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DOI: 10.1039/D5GC03584H, PaperRui Yu, Baoxin Gao, Xi Xiong, Kaifa Du, Kaiming Wu
The hydrogenation of CO2 to produce CO via reverse water-gas shift (RWGS) reaction is an effective pathway for CO2 capture and utilization. However, the sintering and deactivation issues of the...
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Upgrading biomass-derived platform chemicals into biofuel additives in synergism with H2O2 via ZnIn2S4 photocatalyst: Towards solar fuels
Green Chem., 2025, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC02763B, PaperArpna Jaryal, Shivali Dhingra, Nisha Mehla, Md. Ehesan Ali, Kamalakannan Kailasam
The upgrading of non-edible biomass and its platform chemicals to supply value-added products unveils the biorefinery potential to combat global energy and environmental challenges. The effective and selective conversion of...
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DOI: 10.1039/D5GC02763B, PaperArpna Jaryal, Shivali Dhingra, Nisha Mehla, Md. Ehesan Ali, Kamalakannan Kailasam
The upgrading of non-edible biomass and its platform chemicals to supply value-added products unveils the biorefinery potential to combat global energy and environmental challenges. The effective and selective conversion of...
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A global analysis of the rise, reign, and retreat of topics in research toward sustainable platform chemicals
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC02863A, Paper


We analyse global research trends in the sustainable production of ammonia, methanol, olefins, and aromatics by integrating topic modelling, generative AI, and expert judgment to analyse over 90 000 research articles spanning three decades.
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Crab shell derived chitin nanofiber separator for high-rate potassium-ion batteries
Green Chem., 2025, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC02731D, PaperTaohong Wang, Haoxian Shi, Junyi Wen, Donghao Yang, Boyang Zhou, Hao Xi, Zhen Zhang
Potassium-ion batteries (PIBs) are promising alternatives to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) due to its cost-effectiveness, high voltage, and compatibility with aluminum collectors. However, challenges such as uneven potassium deposition and rapid...
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DOI: 10.1039/D5GC02731D, PaperTaohong Wang, Haoxian Shi, Junyi Wen, Donghao Yang, Boyang Zhou, Hao Xi, Zhen Zhang
Potassium-ion batteries (PIBs) are promising alternatives to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) due to its cost-effectiveness, high voltage, and compatibility with aluminum collectors. However, challenges such as uneven potassium deposition and rapid...
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Stabilization of a Co(II) site via a Co–O–Fe bridging motif for enhanced electro-oxidation of methanol to formate
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC03013G, PaperJialong Lin, Xiaoqian Bai, Bingxue Cheng, Chunqi Yang, Yining Wang, Yifan Zeng, Fengwang Li, Yihua Zhu, Yuhang Li, Tamao Ishida, Guangli Xiu, Toru Murayama, Mingyue Lin
We reveal a Co–O–Fe interface-mediated electron-transfer mechanism: Fe2+ stabilizes Co3+ and inhibits Co4+, promoting formate formation, while the Fe2+/Fe3+ redox cycle sustains the active interface and enhances MOR activity.
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Sustainable and safe single-cell protein production via passive gas-feeding under ambient conditions in resource-limited regions
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC01564B, PaperBiao Li, Anju Pilakka Veedu, Mengistu F. Mekureyaw, Felix Offei, Charles Parkouda, Yifeng Zhang
A novel passive gas-feeding strategy in a dual-chamber fermenter enables safe and efficient single-cell protein production by Cupriavidus necator H16 using green energy–derived hydrogen and air.
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A dynamic sulfur-rich network from silicone industry waste
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC02864G, Paper


We study inverse vulcanization of a silicone side product into a S-rich network, which enhances the electrical performance of MoS2 transistors at high temperatures by filling S vacancies, offering a sustainable strategy to prevent device failure.
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Two birds with one stone: pyridine wastewater depuration with the recovery of poly(3-hydroxybutyrate)
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC04599A, PaperZiqian Wang, Chunyu Du, Xiaoqian Zhuo, Ruoyan Geng, Guanyu Zheng, Dahu Ding
This study proposed a “two-birds-with-one-stone” strategy that simultaneously realized pyridine wastewater upcycling and poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) recovery.
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The role of N-containing carbohydrates in organic catalysis: a review
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC03614C, Tutorial Review


This review highlights recent advances in using nitrogen-containing carbohydrates (NCCs) as renewable feedstocks, chiral ligands, and organocatalysts, showcasing their potential to drive sustainable, stereocontrolled organic synthesis.
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Hierarchical Co3O4 microspheres via dual-metal doping-induced nanorod self-assembly: toward high-efficiency bifunctional cathode catalysts for Li–O2 batteries
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC03466C, PaperYongji Xia, Sheng Lin, Jian Yan, Renjie Xu, Yingpeng Du, Chunxiao Song, Dong-Liang Peng, Zhidong Zhou, Jiajia Han, Guanghui Yue
The introduction of Cu and Mn can regulate the directional growth of Co3O4 nanorods, reduce the aggregation of small particles, and change the ratio of Co3+/Co2+, thereby achieving excellent catalytic performance.
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A Sustainable Method for Potato Side Stream Valorisation to Obtain Steroidal Glycoalkaloids within a Bioeconomy Approach
Green Chem., 2025, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC03072B, Paper
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  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Nina Stadler, Birgit Henßen, Jörg Pietruszka, Thomas Classen
This study explores potato side-streams as a source of valuable natural products, specifically steroidal glycoalkaloids (SGAs). A bioeconomic approach was envisioned to valorize these plant materials without affecting food streams....
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DOI: 10.1039/D5GC03072B, Paper


This study explores potato side-streams as a source of valuable natural products, specifically steroidal glycoalkaloids (SGAs). A bioeconomic approach was envisioned to valorize these plant materials without affecting food streams....
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Efficient separation of polyester/cotton blends using a deep eutectic solvent–NaOH hybrid system for textile recycling
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC04525H, PaperLele Zhang, Tengfei Wang, Yong Wang, Dongdong Ye, Zongqian Wang
We developed an innovative and green deep eutectic solvent (DES)–NaOH hybrid system for the highly efficient separation of polyester/cotton blends, providing a sustainable solution for textile recycling.
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Comprehensive design of phosphide cathodes for seawater electrolysis: from precipitation suppression, high salt resistance, to activity enhancement
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC03455H, PerspectiveHongxiang Ma, Siqi Wu, Meng Li, Zhenyu Xiao, Xiaobin Liu, Jingqi Chi, Jianping Lai, Lei Wang
This study focuses on TMPs as H2-production catalysts for seawater electrolysis, and asummarize Ca2+/Mg2+ issues, Cl− poisoning, and strategies to enhance TMPs’ HER activity in seawater.
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