Single-atom catalysts in the catalytic production of H2O2
Zhiqi Li, Zhihan Yu, Chen Guan, Kaiqiang Xu, Quanjun Xiang
Abstract
: As an eco-friendly oxidant, hydrogen peroxide (H 2 O 2 ) has been extensively applied in many fields, such as chemical synthesis, waste water purification, medical sterilization, paper manufacture and so on. H 2 O 2 production also suffers from various shortcomings, including bad stability and low yield. Because of the extraordinary catalytic activity of H 2 O 2 photocatalysis and electrocatalysis, single atom catalysts (SACs) have received considerable attention in recent years. With SACs’ distinct benefits, SACs holds a significant place in the production of H 2 O 2 . It is extensively applicable to diverse reaction pathways, such as photocatalysis and electrocatalysis, which offer novel insights and a wide range of possibilities for the effective and environmentally friendly synthesis of H 2 O 2 . Appropriately reviewing and summarizing the previous and current findings is essential to advancing the study's depth. Therefore, this review emphasizes the recent progress of SACs employed for photocatalytic and electrocatalytic production of H 2 O 2 . It first presents the mechanism and benefits of SACs in the catalytic production of H 2 O 2 . Next, based on the various benefits that SACs embody in the catalytic production of H 2 O 2 , an overview of SACs systems for H 2 O 2 production is provided, with a focus on the modulation of adsorption capacity by SACs and the inhibition of side reactions. Lastly, some difficulties of photocatalytic and electrocatalytic production of H 2 O 2 by SACs are depicted, and future directions of development are envisioned. • Mechanism of photocatalytic and electrocatalytic production of H 2 O 2 is discussed. • Modulation of the adsorption capacity by SACs are highlighted. • Advantages and disadvantages of SACs for catalytic production of H 2 O 2 are discussed. • Challenges of photocatalytic and electrocatalytic production of H 2 O 2 by SACs are illustrated.