Electrochemical CO2 Reduction: Commercial Innovations and Prospects
Abstract Sustainability is an imperative requirement in this era, with electrocatalytic power into fuels technologies emerging as a significant route toward sustainable chemistry. One of the focus areas within the chemical industry is capture of carbon dioxide (CO2) and its electrochemical reduction...
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| author | Swapnil Varhade Avni Guruji Chandani Singh Giancarlo Cicero Max García‐Melchor Joost Helsen Deepak Pant |
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| description | Abstract Sustainability is an imperative requirement in this era, with electrocatalytic power into fuels technologies emerging as a significant route toward sustainable chemistry. One of the focus areas within the chemical industry is capture of carbon dioxide (CO2) and its electrochemical reduction (eCO2RR) into economically viable commodities through the utilization of renewable sources. Despite some specific eCO2RR technologies being poised for market introduction, the development of a comprehensive technology for eCO2RR remains a challenge. While certain technologies targeting specific eCO2RR products are on the verge of deployment, substantial efforts are still necessary to transition and establish presence in the market over conventional technologies. This review highlights recent technological advancements, fundamental studies, and the persisting challenges from an industrial perspective. We take a deep dive into the research methodologies, strategies, challenges, and advancements in the development of applications for eCO2RR. Specifically, three eCO2RR products – CO, HCOOH, and C2H4 – as promising candidates for implementation are elaborated based on techno‐economic considerations. Additionally, the review discusses the industrial blueprint for these products, aiming to streamline their path toward commercialization. The intent is to present the status of eCO2RR, offering insights into its potential transformation from a mere laboratory curiosity to a feasible technology for industrial chemical synthesis. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-17a971cc75eb427ba5ba2e697e406c4d2025-01-16T04:43:36ZengWiley-VCHChemElectroChem2196-02162025-01-01122n/an/a10.1002/celc.202400512Electrochemical CO2 Reduction: Commercial Innovations and ProspectsSwapnil Varhade0Avni Guruji1Chandani Singh2Giancarlo Cicero3Max García‐Melchor4Joost Helsen5Deepak Pant6Electrochemistry Excellence Centre (ELEC) Materials & Chemistry Unit Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO) Boeretang 200 Mol 2400 BelgiumElectrochemistry Excellence Centre (ELEC) Materials & Chemistry Unit Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO) Boeretang 200 Mol 2400 BelgiumElectrochemistry Excellence Centre (ELEC) Materials & Chemistry Unit Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO) Boeretang 200 Mol 2400 BelgiumDipartimento di Scienza Applicata e Tecnologia Politecnico di Torino Torino 10129 ItalySchool of Chemistry CRANN and AMBER Research Centres Trinity College Dublin College Green Dublin 2 Dublin IrelandElectrochemistry Excellence Centre (ELEC) Materials & Chemistry Unit Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO) Boeretang 200 Mol 2400 BelgiumElectrochemistry Excellence Centre (ELEC) Materials & Chemistry Unit Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO) Boeretang 200 Mol 2400 BelgiumAbstract Sustainability is an imperative requirement in this era, with electrocatalytic power into fuels technologies emerging as a significant route toward sustainable chemistry. One of the focus areas within the chemical industry is capture of carbon dioxide (CO2) and its electrochemical reduction (eCO2RR) into economically viable commodities through the utilization of renewable sources. Despite some specific eCO2RR technologies being poised for market introduction, the development of a comprehensive technology for eCO2RR remains a challenge. While certain technologies targeting specific eCO2RR products are on the verge of deployment, substantial efforts are still necessary to transition and establish presence in the market over conventional technologies. This review highlights recent technological advancements, fundamental studies, and the persisting challenges from an industrial perspective. We take a deep dive into the research methodologies, strategies, challenges, and advancements in the development of applications for eCO2RR. Specifically, three eCO2RR products – CO, HCOOH, and C2H4 – as promising candidates for implementation are elaborated based on techno‐economic considerations. Additionally, the review discusses the industrial blueprint for these products, aiming to streamline their path toward commercialization. The intent is to present the status of eCO2RR, offering insights into its potential transformation from a mere laboratory curiosity to a feasible technology for industrial chemical synthesis.https://doi.org/10.1002/celc.202400512Industrial eCO2RRSustainabilityTechno-economicEcosystemCatalyst design |
| spellingShingle | Swapnil Varhade Avni Guruji Chandani Singh Giancarlo Cicero Max García‐Melchor Joost Helsen Deepak Pant Electrochemical CO2 Reduction: Commercial Innovations and Prospects ChemElectroChem Industrial eCO2RR Sustainability Techno-economic Ecosystem Catalyst design |
| title | Electrochemical CO2 Reduction: Commercial Innovations and Prospects |
| title_full | Electrochemical CO2 Reduction: Commercial Innovations and Prospects |
| title_fullStr | Electrochemical CO2 Reduction: Commercial Innovations and Prospects |
| title_full_unstemmed | Electrochemical CO2 Reduction: Commercial Innovations and Prospects |
| title_short | Electrochemical CO2 Reduction: Commercial Innovations and Prospects |
| title_sort | electrochemical co2 reduction commercial innovations and prospects |
| topic | Industrial eCO2RR Sustainability Techno-economic Ecosystem Catalyst design |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1002/celc.202400512 |
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