Graphene‐Based Nanomaterials for Solar‐Driven Overall Water Splitting
Jingyi Lin, Hui Pan, Zhixin Chen, Lianzhou Wang, Yao Li, Shenmin Zhu
Abstract
Water splitting through photocatalysis and photoelectrochemical methods is a promising strategy for solar energy utilization. Graphene is widely used in solar-driven overall water splitting because of its versatile properties. This review summarizes the preparation of graphene-based photocatalysts and photoelectrodes and the functions of graphene, and highlights the challenges and prospects of the future applications of graphene in solar-driven water splitting.
Topics & Concepts
GrapheneWater splittingNanomaterialsPhotocatalysisMaterials scienceNanotechnologySolar energy conversionSolar energyPhotocatalytic water splittingEngineeringChemistryCatalysisElectrical engineeringBiochemistryAdvanced Photocatalysis TechniquesElectrocatalysts for Energy ConversionCopper-based nanomaterials and applications