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Three-dimensional cathodes for electrochemical reduction of CO₂: from macro- to nano-engineering

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DOIResolve DOI: https://doi.org/10.3390/nano10091884
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  1. National Research Council of Canada. Energy, Mining and Environment
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Subjectthree dimensional electrodes; cathodes; electrochemical reduction of CO₂; electro-catalysis; nanomaterials; modeling; CO₂ use
Abstract
Rising anthropogenic CO₂ emissions and their climate warming effects have triggered a global response in research and development to reduce the emissions of this harmful greenhouse gas. The use of CO₂ as a feedstock for the production of value-added fuels and chemicals is a promising pathway for development of renewable energy storage and reduction of carbon emissions. Electrochemical CO₂ conversion offers a promising route for value-added products. Considerable challenges still remain, limiting this technology for industrial deployment. This work reviews the latest developments in experimental and modeling studies of three-dimensional cathodes towards high-performance electrochemical reduction of CO₂. The fabrication–microstructure–performance relationships of electrodes are examined from the macro- to nanoscale. Furthermore, future challenges, perspectives and recommendations for high-performance cathodes are also presented.
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  • Nanomaterials 10, no. 9, 1884 (20 September 2020): 1–54.
LanguageEnglish
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NRC numberNRC-EME-56156
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