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Review | Open Access

Multi-atomic catalysts: Pioneering applications in the pursuit of carbon neutrality

Jiarui Yang( ), Dingsheng Wang
Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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Overcoming the challenges faced by multi-atomic catalysts (MACs) in CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) applications requires a comprehensive approach that includes advancements in synthesis, characterization, reactor design, and computational modeling. This collaborative effort promises to unlock the full potential of MACs, paving the way for the large-scale use of CO2 as a sustainable chemical feedstock.

Abstract

Since the introduction of single-atom catalysts (SACs), they have attracted considerable attention. Their high atomic efficiency and simple coordination environment make SACs a promising alternative to commercial catalysts. However, they face limitations, often showing relatively low efficiency in producing multi-carbon products. In contrast, multi-atomic catalysts (MACs), with their higher exposure of active sites, may outperform SACs owing to the synergistic effects between adjacent metallic centers. Therefore, it is essential to review the opportunities and challenges of MACs in the carbon neutrality field, offering potential guidance for future research.

Keywords

single-atom catalystsmulti-atom catalystselectrocatalystscarbon neutrality

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Carbon Future
Volume 1 Issue 3,
September 2024
Article number: 9200019
DOI: 10.26599/CF.2024.9200019
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Yang J, Wang D. Multi-atomic catalysts: Pioneering applications in the pursuit of carbon neutrality. Carbon Future, 2024, 1(3): 9200019. https://doi.org/10.26599/CF.2024.9200019

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