What Are the Key Processes in Solar Fuel Production?
Two primary processes are central to solar fuel production:
1. Water Splitting: This process involves breaking down water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen. Catalysts play a vital role in both the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) and the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER). Efficient catalysts for these reactions can significantly improve the overall efficiency of water splitting.
2. Carbon Dioxide Reduction: This process converts CO2 into hydrocarbons or alcohols. Catalysts are essential for selectively reducing CO2 to desired products while minimizing the formation of unwanted by-products.
