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Electrocatalytic CO2 Reduction in Acids: A Groundbreaking Approach to Converting CO2 into Fuels and Feedstocks
Wenbo Wei1, Haifei Liu1, Qi-Long Zhu1,2,3
1School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou 310018, China.
Abstract:
The electrocatalytic carbon dioxide reduction reaction (CO2RR) at industrial-level current densities provides a sustainable approach to converting CO2 into value-added fuels and feedstocks using renewable electricity. However, the CO2RR conducted typically in alkaline and neutral electrolytes encounters some challenges due to the inevitable reaction between CO2 and OH- ions, which undermines CO2 utilization and leads to poor operational stability. Acidic media present a viable alternative by reducing (bi)carbonate production, thereby enhancing the carbon efficiency and stability in CO2RR. The objective of this paper is to provide a concise account of the recent advancements and challenges in the field of acidic CO2RR, with an emphasis on future developments and opportunities.
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