Photocatalytic conversion of carbon dioxide, methane, and air for green fuels synthesis

Abstract

Green fuels are derived from renewable resources that can replace or reduce the use of fossil fuels, and they can help reduce carbon emissions and dependence on finite resources including oil and natural gas.

Preparation, activity and mechanism of a metallic Cu/TiO2 nanotube array catalyst by a fast solar drying method for photothermal CO2 reduction under concentrating light

“…As far as is known, the coexistence of so many types of C 2 products is very scarce in all the previous reports. 6–9,43–46 To find the reason for this, the catalytic mechanism of Cu/TiO 2 and the reaction path needs to be clarified to some extent.…”

Recent developments in piezo-photocatalytic CO2 reduction: concepts, mechanism, and advances

“…CH 4 is a fuel like methanol and is also a precursor for the production of hydrogen, methanol, and syngas. 21…”

Photoinduced One-Electron Chloride Oxidation in Water Using a Pentacationic Ir(III) Photosensitizer

“…T he production of sustainable solar fuels through the photoreduction of carbon dioxide 1 or protons 2 relies on a source of electrons that ideally would be water. However, the complex process of water oxidation, involving multiple electrons and protons, 3 has hindered the realization of solarpowered water splitting.…”