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  • Materials Science
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Environmental Science

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  • Photocatalysis converts solar energy to chemical energy, crucial for environmental and energy challenges.
  • Traditional methods like doping and band engineering have performance limitations.
  • Multi-energy integration offers a novel strategy to overcome these limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and classify external energy sources for enhancing photocatalysis.
  • To discuss the mechanisms and advantages of external energy-driven photocatalysis.
  • To summarize recent advancements and future prospects in this field.

Main Methods:

  • Classification of external energy types (thermal, electrical, magnetic, mechanical, microwave).
  • Critical discussion of reinforcement mechanisms and advantages.
  • Summarization of state-of-the-art applications in water splitting, pollutant degradation, and chemical synthesis.

Main Results:

  • Multi-energy integration broadens light absorption and improves charge separation.
  • External energy sources provide fundamental reinforcement for photocatalytic processes.
  • Significant progress has been made in applying these integrated systems.

Conclusions:

  • Multi-energy-integrated photocatalysis is a promising strategy to surpass single-mode limitations.
  • Further research is needed to address challenges and unlock the full potential of this field.
  • This approach holds significant promise for sustainable energy and environmental remediation.