Photo-responsive metal/semiconductor hybrid nanostructure: A promising electrocatalyst for solar light enhanced fuel cell reaction

Synthesis of Different Pt‐ZnO Binary Composites for Synergistic Photo‐Electrocatalytic Oxidation of Methanol in Alkali

“…The most promising approach is the formation of ZnO/noble metal hetero-nanostructures which would narrow the band gap, bring down in the visible range and boost the photo responsive effect in sunlight. [22] Among different noble-metals, Pt is proficient candidate to design a semiconductor for its high value of work function. When it couples with ZnO, a Schottky barrier is formed [23] and offers rapid electron shift from an excited ZnO to Pt.…”

“…To find out a better sunlight harvesting photo‐elctrocatalyst, different designs were implemented. The most promising approach is the formation of ZnO/noble metal hetero‐nanostructures which would narrow the band gap, bring down in the visible range and boost the photo responsive effect in sunlight [22] . Among different noble‐metals, Pt is proficient candidate to design a semiconductor for its high value of work function.…”

Controlled assembly of cobalt embedded N-doped graphene nanosheets (Co@NGr) by pyrolysis of a mixed ligand Co(ii) MOF as a sacrificial template for high-performance electrocatalysts

“…Energy supply of the future is based on renewable sources by tapping sustainable energy resources from solar, wind and water from nature. [1][2][3][4] Development of sustainable electrochemical energy technologies comprises converting chemical energy to electrical energy by fuel cells and utilizing clean and efficient hydrogen sources from water splitting as the energy carrier. 5,6 Electrochemical water splitting for the production of clean 'H 2 ' as a potential energy source is one of the most promising approaches in the transition towards sustainable energy resources.…”

Mechanistic effects of blending formic acid with ethanol on Pd activity towards formic acid oxidation in acidic media

“…However, hydrogen safe storage and transportation are among the main factors limiting its use on a commercial scale. Therefore, liquid fuels such as methanol, 1 ethanol, 2 and ethylene glycol 3 were suggested as a source of hydrogen that could be easily stored and transported. One of the most promising fuels to be used is formic acid (FA).…”