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http://dx.doi.org/10.21218/CPR.2017.5.4.122

Current Status of Solar-energy-based CO2 Conversion to Fuels  

Kim, Ye Ji (Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST))
Kim, Jong Min (Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST))
Jung, Yeon Sik (Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST))
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Current Photovoltaic Research / v.5, no.4, 2017 , pp. 122-134 More about this Journal
Abstract
As a promising solution to global warming and growing energy demand, photocatalytic $CO_2$ conversion to useful fuels is widely studied to enhance the activity and selectivity of the $CO_2$ photoreduction reactions. In this review, an overview of fundamental aspects of the $CO_2$ reduction photocatalysts is provided. The recent development of the photocatalyst is also discussed, focusing on the mechanisms of light harvesting and charge transfer. Besides, this review sets its sight on inspiring new ideas toward a practical $CO_2$ conversion technology.
Keywords
Artificial photosynthesis; Photocatalyst; Photoelectrochemical $CO_2$ reduction;
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