Perception-Based Assessment of Vanadium and Chromium Incorporated Periodic Mesoporous Silicates Derived from Agro-Industrial Wastes for Green Oxidation Catalysis: A Structure–Activity Perspective

Abstract

The increasing demand for sustainable oxidation processes has intensified interest in environmentally benign heterogeneous catalysts. Periodic mesoporous silicates (PMS) incorporating vanadium and chromium have attracted attention due to their favorable structure–activity characteristics in green oxidation catalysis. This study evaluates expert perceptions on the feasibility, catalytic performance, and sustainability of vanadium- and chromium-incorporated PMS synthesized from agro-industrial waste–derived silica. Primary data were collected through a Google Form–based survey involving researchers, industry professionals, and postgraduate students. The findings highlight the perceived importance of pore uniformity and metal dispersion, strong acceptance of agro-waste silica, and promising industrial and environmental potential of these catalysts.