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Advancing membrane technology in organic liquids towards a sustainable future

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  • Jihoon Kim

    (Queen Mary University of London
    Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology)

  • Jeong F. Kim

    (Kyung Hee University)

  • Zhiwei Jiang

    (Exactmer Ltd)

  • Andrew G. Livingston

    (Queen Mary University of London
    Exactmer Ltd)

Abstract

Membrane technology holds enormous potential for reducing the energy consumption of various separation processes. It is of particular importance for energy-intensive industrial separation processes in organic liquids, such as crude oil fractionation. Most recent developments have focused on identifying ground-breaking materials that provide outstanding stability and rapid separation. However, the sustainability implications of such performance optimizations remain unclear. This Review aims to highlight how membrane technology can drive sustainability and steer industries towards a sustainable future. In particular, it provides perspectives on promising materials, manufacturing processes and industrial applications with respect to energy saving, process intensification and environmental impacts.

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  • Jihoon Kim & Jeong F. Kim & Zhiwei Jiang & Andrew G. Livingston, 2025. "Advancing membrane technology in organic liquids towards a sustainable future," Nature Sustainability, Nature, vol. 8(6), pages 594-605, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:nat:natsus:v:8:y:2025:i:6:d:10.1038_s41893-025-01570-4
    DOI: 10.1038/s41893-025-01570-4
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