Cascade catalytic processes perform multi-step chemical transformations without isolating the intermediates. Here, we demonstrate a sequential cascade pathway to convert CO 2 to C 2+ hydrocarbons and oxygenates in a two-step electrocatalytic process using CO as the intermediate. CO 2 to CO conversion is performed by using Ag and further conversion of CO to CC coupled products is performed with Cu. Temporal separation between the two reaction steps is accomplished by situating the Ag electrode upstream of the Cu electrode in a continuous flow reactor. Convection-diffusion simulations and experimental evaluation of the electrodes individually were performed to identify optimal conditions. With the upstream Ag electrode poised at-1 V vs RHE in a flow of CO 2-saturated water in aqueous carbonate buffer, over 80% of the CO can be converted on the downstream Cu electrode. When the Ag electrode is on, a supersaturation of CO is achieved near the Cu electrode, which leads to a relative increase in the formation rate of C 2 and C 3 oxygenates as compared to ethylene.
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