Charge Transport Approaches in Photocatalytic Supramolecular Systems Composing of Semiconductor and Molecular Metal...

The design of photocatalytic supramolecular systems composing of semiconductors and molecular metal complexes for CO₂ reduction has attracted increasing attention. The supramolecular system combines the structural merits of semiconductors and metal complexes, where the semiconductor harvests light and undertakes the oxidative site, while the metal complex provides activity for CO₂ reduction. The intermolecular charge transfer plays crucial role in ensuring photocatalytic performance. Here, we review the progress of photocatalytic supramolecular systems in reduction of CO₂ and highlight the interfacial charge transfer pathways, as well as their state-of-the-art characterization methods. The remaining challenges and prospects for further design of supramolecular photocatalysts are also presented.