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  • Photocatalysis
  • Green Chemistry
  • Materials Science

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  • Direct photochemical conversion of CO2 into single carbon products is a significant challenge in CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) catalysis.
  • Developing efficient and selective noble-metal-free systems is crucial for sustainable energy solutions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel, noble-metal-free photochemical system for efficient and selective CO2 conversion into CO.
  • To investigate the mechanism behind the system's performance and stability.

Main Methods:

  • Combination of an organic photosensitizer with a heptacoordinated iron(II) complex.
  • Photochemical reaction utilizing N,N-diisopropylethylamine (DIPEA) and 2,2,2-trifluoroethanol (TFE) as electron and proton donors.
  • Transient absorption spectroscopy for mechanistic studies.

Main Results:

  • Achieved unprecedented performances in CO2 to CO conversion: quantum yield (ΦCO) up to 36%, turnover number (TONCO) >1000, and selectivity >99%.
  • Demonstrated system stability due to fast electron transfer rates protecting the photosensitizer from degradation.
  • Identified the crucial role of rapid electron transfer from the photogenerated reduced dye to the catalyst.

Conclusions:

  • The developed system offers an efficient and selective pathway for CO2 conversion into CO using earth-abundant elements.
  • The synergistic combination of organic photosensitizers and iron complexes shows great potential for solar energy conversion into fuels.
  • Fast electron transfer dynamics are key to achieving high stability and performance in photochemical CO2 reduction.