More Sustainable Production of 2-Ethylhexanol
Together with Biosimo AG and Collano AG, ZHAW is developing a sustainable process for the bio-based production of 2-ethylhexanol.
Description
In collaboration with Biosimo AG and Collano AG, the ZHAW is developing an innovative process for producing 2-ethylhexanol from bio-based feedstocks. This versatile industrial chemical is currently manufactured exclusively through petrochemical methods. The project aims to establish a sustainable and resource-efficient alternative. The Laboratory for Process Engineering is leading the initiative, applying both theoretical and experimental approaches to ensure effective implementation.
Key data
Projectlead
Project team
Project partners
Collano AG; Biosimo AG
Project status
ongoing, started 05/2025
Institute/Centre
Institute of Materials and Process Engineering (IMPE)
Funding partner
Innosuisse Innovationsbooster
Project budget
25'000 CHF
