The first edition of YEuCat panel discussions

The Metal Showdown: Noble vs. Transition Metals in Modern Catalysis 

will be held at EuropaCat 2025

A crucial topic in the context of climate change and sustainability is the utilization of critical raw materials and the pursuit of alternatives. In catalysis, this specifically applies to noble metal based materials. Often praised for their excellent activity and stability, the use of noble metals is integral in large-scale industrial applications. However, both economic pressure and ecological concerns are fueling the search for alternative catalysts, primarily based on transition metals. Though these novel materials are promising candidates, most of them fail to reach the stability and activity of their established counterparts. On the other hand, research on noble metal catalysis nowadays often aims to prolong the lifetime of the materials, reduce the metal loading, and find ways to recycle the spent catalysts. In this discussion, we want to shine a light on the needs and goals of the chemical industry, as well as academic researchers, in the field of transition and noble metal catalysis.

This event will be held as a panel discussion moderated by YEuCat and EFCATS. We are currently in the progress of confirming the panelists for this discussion round and will update this page accordingly.

When: Tuesday September 2, 16:10-17:30

Where: Auditorium A300, Pirsenteret