Near infrared-driven photocatalytic overall water splitting:Progress and perspective
The conversion of solar energy into clean and sustainable hydrogen(H2)fuel from water using sim-ple and cost-effective photocatalytic technologies is one of the most potential ways for achieving carbon neutrality.However,the near-infrared(NIR)region of solar spectrum,which encompasses approximately half of the total solar photon flux,remains an abundant energy source that is cur-rently underutilized.The exploration of NIR-active photocatalysts for solar overall water splitting,as highlighted here,represents not only a momentous breakthrough towards sustainable H2 gener-ation,but also initiates a new chapter in the realm of artificial photosynthesis.In this review,we delve into the latest advancements in material design and engineering of NIR-active and full-spectrum-responsive photocatalysts for solar overall water splitting,highlighting their current status and potential impact.A primary focus is on gaining a fundamental understanding of the in-tricate relationship between material characteristics,catalytic properties,and functional mecha-nisms underlying the NIR-driven water splitting process.Furthermore,we outline the challenges and future prospects for further exploiting the vast potential of NIR-activated photocatalysts in solar overall water splitting.
PhotocatalysisNear-infrared regionOverall water splittingMaterial designMechanism
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