Volume 2, 2024

Advancements and opportunities in piezo-(photo)catalytic synthesis of value-added chemicals

Abstract

Piezo-(photo)catalytic technologies offer a promising solution for accelerating energy diversification and addressing environmental pollution by converting mechanical and light energy into chemical energy. The application of piezo-(photo)catalytic technology not only meets the demands of a growing market but also contributes to environmental preservation. In this review, we summarize recent advancements in synthesizing value-added chemicals through piezo-(photo)catalytic technology, highlighting the principles of piezotronics and piezo-phototronics. We examine the fundamental processes involved in energy conversion and discuss the advantages of synthesized value-added chemicals using piezocatalytic technology. We explore different chemistries and reaction pathways, and categorize piezoelectric semiconductors based on performance in piezo-photocatalysis. Finally, we identify prospects, challenges, and potential solutions for future research and development in value-added chemical synthesis using piezo-(photo)catalytic technology.

Graphical abstract: Advancements and opportunities in piezo-(photo)catalytic synthesis of value-added chemicals

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
21 dec 2023
Accepted
05 feb 2024
First published
28 feb 2024
This article is Open Access
Creative Commons BY-NC license

EES. Catal., 2024,2, 884-910

Advancements and opportunities in piezo-(photo)catalytic synthesis of value-added chemicals

W. Qi, Y. Fu, E. Liu, Z. Cheng, Y. Sun, S. Liu and M. Yang, EES. Catal., 2024, 2, 884 DOI: 10.1039/D3EY00313B

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