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  • Renewable Energy
  • Electrochemistry

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  • Photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting is key for a carbon-free hydrogen economy.
  • Developing stable, low-cost semiconductors for PEC is a major challenge.
  • Mimicking natural photosynthesis with artificial materials is the goal.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To fabricate a novel p-type LaFeO3 photoelectrode.
  • To investigate its potential for spontaneous hydrogen evolution from water.
  • To assess its efficiency and stability for solar fuel generation.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of p-type LaFeO3 photoelectrode using spray pyrolysis.
  • Evaluation of spontaneous hydrogen evolution without external bias.
  • Analysis of optical and impedance data for band diagram construction.

Main Results:

  • The nanostructured LaFeO3 photoelectrode achieved spontaneous hydrogen evolution.
  • A faradaic efficiency of 30% was recorded with excellent stability over 21 hours.
  • The band structure confirmed LaFeO3's suitability for water splitting.

Conclusions:

  • A low-cost LaFeO3 photoelectrode capable of spontaneous solar hydrogen production was successfully fabricated.
  • This material presents a viable candidate for efficient renewable hydrogen generation.
  • The findings advance the development of artificial photosynthesis for sustainable energy.