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Feifei Teng¹, Zhenlu Wang¹, Jingqi Guan¹

¹Institute of Physical Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Jilin University 2519 Jiefang Road Changchun 130021 P. R. China wzl@jlu.edu.cn guanjq@jlu.edu.cn.

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Proton exchange membrane water electrolysis (PEMWE) requires efficient catalysts for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER). This study reviews acidic OER catalysts, focusing on enhancing activity and durability for clean hydrogen production.

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Area of Science:

Electrochemistry
Materials Science
Sustainable Energy

Background:

Proton exchange membrane water electrolysis (PEMWE) is vital for clean hydrogen generation.
The oxygen evolution reaction (OER) in acidic media has sluggish kinetics and catalyst instability issues.
Catalyst development is critical for PEMWE efficiency and lifespan.

Purpose of the Study:

To elucidate the mechanism of acidic OER.
To review noble and non-noble metal catalysts for acidic OER.
To analyze strategies for enhancing catalyst performance and discuss industrialization challenges.

Main Methods:

Systematic elucidation of acidic OER mechanisms.
Review of existing noble and non-noble metal catalyst research.
Analysis of electronic and geometric structural modification strategies for catalysts.
Evaluation of catalyst performance in high current density devices.

Main Results:

Identified sluggish kinetics and instability as key challenges in acidic OER.
Reviewed progress in noble and non-noble metal catalysts.
Highlighted electronic and geometric tuning as effective enhancement strategies.
Discussed performance in high current density applications.

Conclusions:

Developing highly active and durable acidic OER catalysts is essential for PEMWE.
Strategies involving structural and electronic modifications show promise.
Addressing industrialization bottlenecks is crucial for large-scale PEMWE application.