The demand for solid base catalysts has led to the development of green
catalytic processes, owing to their advantages such as easy separation, low corrosion,
and eco-friendliness. Over the last decade, substantial advancements have occurred in
crafting these catalysts, amplifying their utility in organic synthesis, fine chemical
production, and environmental catalysis. Consequently, propelling the progress of solid
basic catalysts is crucial for both academic exploration and industrial implementation.
The book chapter delves into the pivotal role of solid bases in organic reactions,
particularly emphasizing their increasing usage in organic synthesis due to their
superiority over liquid bases. Solid bases offer easier disposal, simplified separation
and retrieval of products, solvents and catalysts, along with being non-corrosive.
Moreover, they enable base-catalyzed reactions without the necessity of solvents and
even in gas-phase conditions, thereby expanding the scope for discovering innovative
reaction systems. Through numerous illustrative examples, this chapter delineates the
significant impact of solid base catalysis in reduction reactions. Additionally, it sheds
light on recent advancements and future prospects concerning solid base catalysts in
reduction reactions.
Keywords: Catalyst, Eco-friendly, Effortless separation, Non-corrosive, Reduction, Solid base.
