Catalysts for C–N coupling in urea electrosynthesis under ambient conditions from carbon dioxide and nitrogenous species
Chunqi Yang, Ziyan Yang, Wenxuan Zhang, Aiping Chen, Yuhang Li
Abstract
and NO) have achieved significant progress, offering a promising approach for the electrochemical C-N coupling to produce urea under ambient conditions. Urea synthesis driven by renewable electricity represents a suitable alternative to the traditional process, contributing to the goal of carbon neutrality and nitrogen cycles. However, challenges such as low yield rate, poor selectivity and unveiled reaction mechanisms still need to be addressed. This review provides a summary of the latest catalysts utilized in urea electrosynthesis, aiming to provide guidance and prospects for the development of high-performance catalysts.
Topics & Concepts
ElectrosynthesisCarbon dioxideUreaCatalysisCoupling (piping)ChemistryInorganic chemistryChemical engineeringElectrochemistryMaterials scienceOrganic chemistryPhysical chemistryElectrodeMetallurgyEngineeringAmmonia Synthesis and Nitrogen ReductionCO2 Reduction Techniques and CatalystsCarbon dioxide utilization in catalysis