Anchoring subnanometric Cu<sub>4</sub> clusters in graphitic-C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>5</sub> for highly efficient CO<sub>2</sub> photoreduction to ethanol
Entian Cui, Yulian Lu, Xiuli Yang, Guojun Dong, Yajun Zhang, Yingpu Bi
Abstract
We demonstrated a facile electrochemical treatment for in situ anchoring of Cu 4 clusters in a graphitic C 3 N 5 framework, leading to remarkable improvements of photocatalytic reactivity and selectivity towards CO 2 reduction to ethanol.
Topics & Concepts
EthanolAnchoringChemistryPsychologyOrganic chemistrySocial psychologyAdvanced Photocatalysis TechniquesCopper-based nanomaterials and applicationsCO2 Reduction Techniques and Catalysts