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  • Catalysis
  • Materials Science
  • Renewable Energy

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  • Hydrogen is a high-density, eco-friendly energy carrier crucial for the energy transition.
  • Photo- and electro-catalytic water splitting are promising technologies for sustainable hydrogen production.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the scientific foundations and recent advancements in photo- and electro-catalytic water splitting.
  • To analyze material design, optimization strategies, and economic aspects of hydrogen production.
  • To identify challenges and future directions in the field.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of research on photo(electro)catalytic materials (oxides, sulfides, nitrides, metals, etc.).
  • Analysis of optimization strategies including nanostructure regulation, doping, alloying, and surface functionalization.
  • Discussion of reaction condition adjustments (pH, sacrificial agents) and cost-effectiveness comparisons.

Main Results:

  • Various material design and modification strategies significantly enhance catalyst performance.
  • Optimizing reaction conditions and material properties are critical for boosting catalytic efficiency.
  • Significant scientific progress has been made, but challenges remain in efficiency, stability, cost, and industrialization.

Conclusions:

  • Photo- and electro-catalytic water splitting offer a pathway to sustainable hydrogen production.
  • Continued research in material science and process optimization is needed to overcome current limitations.
  • Addressing efficiency, stability, cost, and environmental concerns is vital for technology industrialization.