ChemCatChem,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(23)
Published: Aug. 22, 2024
Abstract
The
electrochemical
CO
2
reduction
reaction
(CO
RR)
into
valuable
chemicals
represents
an
effective
approach
for
realizing
carbon
neutralization
goals.
Copper
oxide‐derived
catalysts
are
particularly
promising
due
to
their
tunable
electronic
structures.
In
this
study,
we
focused
on
investigating
the
Ag
Cu
O
3
model
catalyst
and
a
mixture
of
CuO
with
identical
metal
molar
ratio
(denoted
as
M–CuAgO).
Electrochemical
RR
tests
revealed
that
exhibited
selectivity
towards
ethanol,
while
M–CuAgO
showed
no
multi‐carbon
products.
Characterizations
post‐reaction
materials
differences
in
specific
crystal
structures
two
catalysts.
Further
X‐ray
photoelectron
spectroscopy
(XPS)
analysis
demonstrated
structure,
after
reaction,
facilitated
transfer
electrons
from
Ag,
thereby
promoting
formation
This
work
underscores
significance
structural
design
precatalysts
opens
up
new
avenues
high‐performance
The
development
of
efficient
wastewater
treatment
technologies
is
crucial
for
the
sustainable
advancement
chemical,
pharmaceutical,
and
food
industries.
In
this
study,
azeotrope
ethyl
propionate/n-propanol/water
in
liquor
was
successfully
separated
via
extractive
distillation
pressure
swing
technologies.
Ethylene
glycol
determined
as
optimal
entrainer
based
on
relative
volatility,
interaction
between
further
explored
through
electrostatic
potential
σ-profile
analysis.
We
employed
multi-objective
optimization
method
to
optimize
different
process
flows,
focusing
total
annual
cost
gas
emissions
objective
functions.
solutions
weighing
economic
environmental
factors
were
obtained.
Additionally,
heat-integrated
technology
used
explore
energy-saving
processes
tackle
issue
excessive
energy
consumption.
Finally,
six
separation
discussed
analyzed
from
perspective
economic,
environmental,
energy,
exergy.
findings
indicated
that
scheme
exhibited
most
favorable
performance.
Compared
with
process,
achieved
a
reduction
22%
43.21%
emissions.
This
study
provides
valuable
insights
recycling
propionate
n-propanol
industrial
has
certain
reference
significance
future
research.
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
63(49)
Published: Aug. 13, 2024
Abstract
Electroreduction
of
CO
2
into
multi‐carbon
(C2+)
products
(e.g.
C2+
alcohols)
offers
a
promising
way
for
utilization.
Use
strong
alkaline
electrolytes
is
favorable
to
producing
products.
However,
can
react
with
hydroxide
form
carbonate/bicarbonate,
which
results
in
low
carbon
utilization
efficiency
and
poor
stability.
Using
acidic
electrolyte
an
efficient
solve
the
problems,
but
it
challenge
achieve
high
selectivity
Here
we
report
that
amine
modified
copper
nanoparticles
exhibit
at
condition.
The
Faradaic
(FE)
reach
up
81.8
%
media
(pH=2)
total
current
density
410
mA
cm
−2
over
n‐butylamine
Cu.
Especially
FE
alcohols
52.6
%,
higher
than
those
reported
electroreduction
In
addition,
single‐pass
towards
production
60
%.
Detailed
studies
demonstrate
molecule
on
surface
Cu
cannot
only
enhance
formation,
adsorption
coverage
*CO,
also
provide
hydrophobic
environment,
result
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
34(51)
Published: Aug. 29, 2024
Abstract
As
an
effective
approach
to
converting
carbon
oxide
(CO
2
)
into
value‐added
carbonaceous
products,
the
electrochemical
CO
reduction
reaction
(ECO
RR)
has
shown
considerable
potential
for
neutrality,
addressing
global
pollution
and
climate
issues.
Copper
(Cu)‐based
electrocatalysts
(CuECs)
are
acknowledged
as
important
candidates
ECO
RR
of
multi‐carbon
products.
Nevertheless,
complicated
electron
transfer
multiple
competitive
pathways
in
production
process
raise
challenges
product
selectivity.
While
achieving
high
current
density
structural
stability,
improving
selectivity
CuECs
become
crucial
their
practical
applications.
Herein,
overview
fundamental
thermodynamic
kinetic
principles
presented.
Then,
typical
strategies
summarized
increasing
CuEC
formation
products
from
,
including
morphological
control,
component
design,
defect
interface
design.
The
catalyst
catalytic
performance,
mechanisms
involved
these
reviewed.
Finally,
major
future
prospects
high‐performance
discussed.
Journal of Materials Chemistry A,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12(23), P. 13647 - 13671
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
This
is
a
review
on
how
the
ECRR
performance
affected
by
synergistic
effect
of
bimetallic
catalysts,
including
design,
preparation,
as
well
detailed
introduction
some
commonly
reported
catalysts.
Advanced Energy Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 26, 2024
Abstract
As
a
frontier
method
for
adjusting
the
electronic
and
geometric
configurations
of
metal
sites,
lattice
strain
engineering
plays
key
role
in
regulating
interaction
between
catalytic
surface
adsorbed
molecules.
Here,
research
progress
effects
electrochemical
carbon
dioxide
reduction
(CO
2
RR)
is
reviewed.
Starting
from
basic
principles
CO
RR,
advanced
situ
characterization
techniques
are
summarized.
The
effect
on
structure–activity
relationship
RR
comprehensively
discussed.
Subsequently,
electrocatalysts
with
different
properties
rich
classified,
including
core–shell
structure
catalysts,
alloys,
transition
compounds,
single‐atom
catalysts.
Finally,
obstacles
encountered
practical
application
proposed,
future
direction
this
emerging
field
prospected.
Chemical Communications,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Incorporating
crown
ether
into
Cu-based
MOFs
tailors
the
microenvironment
at
electrolyte–catalyst
interface,
enhancing
Faradaic
efficiency
of
electrochemical
CO
2
reduction
reaction
to
ethylene
(C
H
4
).
