Photocatalytic carbon dioxide(CO_(2))reduction shows great potential as an important approach to tackling global energy and environmental challenges.In recent years,zirconium-based metal−organic frameworks(Zr-MOFs),as...Photocatalytic carbon dioxide(CO_(2))reduction shows great potential as an important approach to tackling global energy and environmental challenges.In recent years,zirconium-based metal−organic frameworks(Zr-MOFs),as an emerging class of crystalline porous solidmaterials,have attracted much attention in the field of photocatalytic CO_(2)reduction due to their unique tailorable structures,high surface areas,and exceptional stability.In this Review,we first provide an in-depth discussion on the semiconductor-like behavior of Zr-MOFs and their fundamental mechanisms in photocatalytic CO_(2)reduction.Subsequently,we systematically summarize current frontier strategies for enhancing the photocatalytic activity of Zr-MOFs,which include but are not limited to improving light absorption and utilization efficiency,promoting effective separation and transportation of photogenerated charges,and optimizing the surface redox reaction process.Furthermore,we elaborate on some advanced characterization techniques that can precisely track reaction intermediates and profoundly reveal the photocatalytic reaction kinetics within the Zr-MOF system.Finally,we propose possible future challenges and potential research directions for the development of Zr-MOFs in photocatalytic CO_(2)reduction,aiming to provide valuable insights for researchers in related fields.展开更多
基金the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFA1502901)the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program(Grade C)of China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(GZC20240747)+2 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22035003,22201137,22371137)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(63243115)the Haihe Laboratory of Sustainable Chemical Transformations。
文摘Photocatalytic carbon dioxide(CO_(2))reduction shows great potential as an important approach to tackling global energy and environmental challenges.In recent years,zirconium-based metal−organic frameworks(Zr-MOFs),as an emerging class of crystalline porous solidmaterials,have attracted much attention in the field of photocatalytic CO_(2)reduction due to their unique tailorable structures,high surface areas,and exceptional stability.In this Review,we first provide an in-depth discussion on the semiconductor-like behavior of Zr-MOFs and their fundamental mechanisms in photocatalytic CO_(2)reduction.Subsequently,we systematically summarize current frontier strategies for enhancing the photocatalytic activity of Zr-MOFs,which include but are not limited to improving light absorption and utilization efficiency,promoting effective separation and transportation of photogenerated charges,and optimizing the surface redox reaction process.Furthermore,we elaborate on some advanced characterization techniques that can precisely track reaction intermediates and profoundly reveal the photocatalytic reaction kinetics within the Zr-MOF system.Finally,we propose possible future challenges and potential research directions for the development of Zr-MOFs in photocatalytic CO_(2)reduction,aiming to provide valuable insights for researchers in related fields.
