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Catalytic Pyrolysis of Polypropylene Using Nickel Supported Sago Waste Activated Carbon for Liquid Fuel Syukrika Putri; Nurmalasari Nurmalasari; Suci Ramadani; Dian Safitri
Nucleus Journal Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): May
Publisher : Universitas Darul Ulum

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32492/nucleus.v5i1.5102

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The catalytic pyrolysis of polypropylene (PP) has attracted considerable attention as a promising approach for converting plastic waste into valuable fuels; however, the development of low-cost and sustainable catalysts remains a major challenge. In this study, the catalytic pyrolysis of polypropylene was conducted to investigate the effect of nickel supported on activated carbon (Ni/AC) derived from sago waste on liquid yield and hydrocarbon selectivity. Pyrolysis experiments were performed at 500 °C using catalyst loadings of 2.5 g, 5 g, and 7.5 g, alongside a non-catalytic run for comparison. The introduction of Ni/AC significantly enhanced liquid production compared to thermal pyrolysis, with the optimum yield achieved at moderate catalyst loading. Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC–MS) analysis confirmed that the liquid fraction was mainly composed of hydrocarbons in the gasoline (C₅–C₁₂) and diesel (C₁₃–C₂₀) ranges. Higher catalyst loading promoted secondary cracking, shifting selectivity toward gaseous products. These findings demonstrate that Ni/AC catalysts from sago waste provide an effective and sustainable approach for converting plastic waste into fuel-like hydrocarbons, underscoring their potential role in plastic waste valorization and sustainable energy development.
Sosialisasi Teknologi Tepat Guna: Stainless steel Sebagai Pengganti Plastik untuk Wadah Makanan dan Minuman Bagi UPT SMAS Al Iman Uluale Putri Mutia Monica; Suriyanto Bakri; Nurmalasari Nurmalasari; Muhammad Rifki Nisardi; Syukrika Putri; Yusri Prayitna; Hartina Husain; Kusnaeni Kusnaeni; Muhammad Zhaky Putra; Dian Safitri
Abdimas Toddopuli: Jurnal Pengabdian Pada Masyarakat Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): Volume 7, No 2, Juni 2026
Publisher : Universitas Cokroaminoto Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30605/00rq2x08

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Penggunaan wadah makanan berbahan plastik masih dominan di kalangan siswa SMA karena sifatnya yang praktis dan ekonomis. Namun, penggunaan berulang dan paparan panas berpotensi menyebabkan pelepasan mikroplastik yang berdampak pada kesehatan. Di sisi lain, stainless steel merupakan material alternatif yang memiliki ketahanan korosi tinggi, sifat higienis, serta umur pakai yang lebih panjang. Permasalahan utama yang dihadapi mitra adalah rendahnya pemahaman siswa mengenai risiko penggunaan plastik serta keunggulan stainless steel sebagai material yang lebih aman. Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan meningkatkan literasi sains siswa melalui sosialisasi teknologi tepat guna. Metode yang digunakan meliputi pemaparan materi interaktif, diskusi, serta evaluasi melalui pre-test dan post-test. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pemahaman siswa terkait bahaya mikroplastik dan pentingnya pemilihan material yang tepat. Kegiatan ini berkontribusi dalam membentuk kesadaran siswa terhadap penggunaan material yang aman, higienis, dan berkelanjutan dalam kehidupan sehari-hari.