Multistate Aluminum Compounds for Circular Polymer Chemistry

Plastics are everywhere in our daily lives, but their durability and low recycling rates create serious environmental problems. This thesis explores how innovative multistate aluminum compounds can offer solutions by improving both polymer synthesis and recycling. Using catalysts like ferrocene-aluminum complexes, researchers can precisely control polymer structures, making it possible to create versatile multiblock copolymers and promote more sustainable "circular chemistry" practices. The experiments reveal that these catalysts can produce high-performance materials, integrate CO₂ into polymer backbones, and support chemical recycling under mild conditions. This study underscores the transformative potential of multistate catalysts to drive sustainable advancements in polymer chemistry, merging environmental stewardship with cutting-edge material science.