MOF-derived Co1.11Te2 with half-metallic character for efficient photochemical conversion of CO2 under visible-light irradiation

Abstract

The Co_1.11Te₂ material, prepared by using an MOF as the self-template, showed excellent catalytic performance in the photoconversion of CO₂ to CO. Experimental and theoretical evidence demonstrate that Co_1.11Te₂ has half-metallic nature, which is conducive to transferring electrons and enhancing the catalytic reduction activity.