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Recent advances in electrocatalytic ammonia synthesis

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Co nanoparticle-decorated pomelo-peel-derived carbon enabled high-efficiency electrocatalytic nitrate reduction to ammonia

Quanying Chen et al.

Summary: In this study, Co nanoparticle-decorated pomelo-peel-derived carbon is demonstrated as an efficient electrocatalyst for nitrate reduction to ammonia, achieving high faradaic efficiency and yield.

CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

A FeCo2O4 nanowire array enabled electrochemical nitrate conversion to ammonia

Jun Li et al.

Summary: A bimetallic FeCo2O4 spinel nanowire array grown on carbon cloth is proposed as an efficient electrocatalyst for the conversion of NO3- to NH3, with high faradaic efficiency and large NH3 yield. It also exhibits excellent stability during electrolysis.

CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Coupling denitrification and ammonia synthesis via selective electrochemical reduction of nitric oxide over Fe2O3 nanorods

Jie Liang et al.

Summary: Direct electrochemical conversion of nitric oxide into ammonia under ambient conditions was achieved using Fe2O3 nanorods as a superb electrocatalyst. The catalyst exhibited a large NH3 yield and high faradaic efficiency in neutral media. The findings suggest the potential for high value-added utilization of industrial gaseous waste and balancing the global nitrogen cycle.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2022)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Electrocatalytic reduction of nitrate - a step towards a sustainable nitrogen cycle

Hui Xu et al.

Summary: Nitrate enrichment poses negative effects on the environment and human health. Traditional techniques for reducing nitrate levels in water bodies have limitations. Electrocatalytic nitrate reduction is a promising method due to its low cost, high efficiency, and environmental friendliness. This article provides a comprehensive account of the principles, methods, challenges, and opportunities in electrocatalytic nitrate reduction.

CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS (2022)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Iron-group electrocatalysts for ambient nitrogen reduction reaction in aqueous media

Benyuan Ma et al.

Summary: Electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction has the potential to be an alternative to the industrial Haber-Bosch process for NH3 production due to its low energy consumption and environment friendliness. Iron-group materials show promise as non-noble metal electrocatalysts with cost and performance advantages, but further strategies are needed to improve efficiency and selectivity.

NANO RESEARCH (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Modulating Oxygen Vacancies of TiO2 Nanospheres by Mn-Doping to Boost Electrocatalytic N2 Reduction

Haijun Chen et al.

Summary: TiO2 serves as an active NRR electrocatalyst, and heteroatom doping can enhance its activity to achieve high NH3 yield rate and high Faradaic efficiency.

ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING (2021)

Editorial Material Chemistry, Physical

Electrocatalytic Nitrate Reduction for Sustainable Ammonia Production

Phebe H. van Langevelde et al.

Summary: Phebe van Langevelde, Ioannis Katsounaros, and Marc Koper are renowned researchers in the field of electrocatalysis and renewable energy. Their research interests span from fundamental aspects of electrocatalysis to physical electrochemistry and theoretical electrochemistry. They have received various national and international awards for their contributions to the field.
Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

The Role of Defects in Metal-Organic Frameworks for Nitrogen Reduction Reaction: When Defects Switch to Features

Islam E. Khalil et al.

Summary: The focus of research is on designing efficient electrocatalysts through defect engineering, with metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and their derivatives gaining interest for providing more active sites to enhance electrochemical reactions. The paper summarizes in situ characterization techniques for defects, common methods for creating defects in MOFs, recent advances in MOF-based electrocatalysts for NRR, and proposes challenges and outlook for defects in MOFs for NRR.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Engineering electrocatalyst for low-temperature N-2 reduction to ammonia

Faisal Rehman et al.

Summary: This review summarizes the fundamentals and mechanism of electrochemical nitrogen fixation, with a special focus on the application of 2D materials in electrocatalysts and strategies for achieving high selectivity and activity. It also provides guidance on addressing challenges related to NRR and the impact of environmental contamination.

MATERIALS TODAY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Theoretical Insights into Superior Nitrate Reduction to Ammonia Performance of Copper Catalysts

Tao Hu et al.

Summary: This study investigated the catalytic performance of nitrate reduction to ammonia on copper crystal surfaces and found that Cu(100) and Cu(111) contribute most to NRA, with different optimal pH conditions. The research clarified the NRA pathway and highlighted the influence of pH on the catalytic processes.

ACS CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Electrocatalytic Reduction of Nitrate to Ammonia on Low-Cost Ultrathin CoOx Nanosheets

Jing Wang et al.

Summary: The electrochemical nitrate reduction reaction (NITRR) is an attractive method for ammonia synthesis. By designing ultrathin CoOx nanosheets with abundant surface oxygen as catalysts, the efficiency of NITRR can be increased, hydrogen evolution reaction can be suppressed, and the yield of ammonia can be enhanced.

ACS CATALYSIS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Electrochemical ammonia synthesis: Mechanistic understanding and catalyst design

Huidong Shen et al.

Summary: NH3 production currently relies on the energy-intensive Haber-Bosch process, but electrochemical NH3 synthesis powered by renewable electricity offers a promising carbon-neutral and sustainable strategy. However, significant enhancements in energy efficiency, conversion rate, and durability are still needed, achievable only through the design of efficient electrocatalysts.
Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Boosting Selective Nitrogen Reduction via Geometric Coordination Engineering on Single-Tungsten-Atom Catalysts

Yu Gu et al.

Summary: Studying atomic interface regulation for optimizing single-atom catalysts proves to be a worthwhile research topic, with the successful preparation of a novel W-NO/NC catalyst through the introduction of an oxygen-bridged [WO4] tetrahedron. This catalyst demonstrates excellent selectivity and activity for the electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction, highlighting the importance of coordination structure in influencing properties.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Ammonia and Nitric Acid Demands for Fertilizer Use in 2050

Jeonghoon Lim et al.

Summary: Access to nitrogen-based fertilizers is crucial for maximizing agricultural yield, but the production process contributes significantly to carbon emissions. The market size and value of ammonia and nitric acid will be heavily influenced by the growing global population and food demand over the next three decades. Developing carbon-free technologies for nitrogen and nitrate reduction to meet fertilizer manufacturing demands is essential to address the environmental impact of current production methods.

ACS ENERGY LETTERS (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Synergistic Effect of Co(III) and Co(II) in a 3D Structured Co3O4/Carbon Felt Electrode for Enhanced Electrochemical Nitrate Reduction Reaction

Wenyang Fu et al.

Summary: The study demonstrates that by controlling the calcination temperature, a relatively large amount of Co(II) on the surface of the Co3O4/CF electrode (1.3 Co(II)/Co(III) ratio) can be maintained to promote H* formation and enhance the performance of the ENRR. Therefore, building a 3D structure and optimizing the Co(II)/Co(III) ratio are crucial for designing efficient Co3O4 electrocatalysts for ENRR.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Selective Electrocatalytic Reduction of Nitrate to Ammonia with Nickel Phosphide

Qiufang Yao et al.

Summary: This study reported a method for synthesizing ammonia by electrocatalytic reduction of nitrate using nickel phosphide grown on nickel foam as a cathode. The method showed high yield rate and superior efficiency, achieving high selectivity for ammonia generation through processes such as deoxygenation and hydrogenation.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Electrochemical Nitric Oxide Reduction on Metal Surfaces

Hao Wan et al.

Summary: This study elucidates the selectivity and activity of metal catalysts for NOx electroreduction, with copper showing selective NH3 formation by binding *NO but not *H. Metals that do not bind NO stop the reaction at NO, similar to CO2-to-CO conversion. At higher potentials, a low barrier for N coupling with NO may lead to N2O formation.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

High-Performance Electrochemical NO Reduction into NH3 by MoS2 Nanosheet

Longcheng Zhang et al.

Summary: MoS2/GF nanosheet on graphite felt shows promising catalytic performance in electrochemical reduction of NO for NH3 production, offering a potential environmentally friendly and efficient approach for nitrogen cycle restoration.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

High-efficiency electrohydrogenation of nitric oxide to ammonia on a Ni2P nanoarray under ambient conditions

Ting Mou et al.

Summary: This study reports a Ni2P/CP composite material as an efficient electrocatalyst for the highly selective hydrogenation of NO to NH3, with good electrochemical durability. Experimental and theoretical investigations demonstrate its activity and selectivity in the NO reduction reaction.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

High-performance NH3 production via NO electroreduction over a NiO nanosheet array

Pengyu Liu et al.

Summary: A NiO nanosheet array on titanium mesh has been proposed as an efficient catalyst for electrocatalytic NO reduction, achieving high selectivity for NH3 production. Experimental and theoretical calculations reveal the high faradaic efficiency and NH3 yield of the catalyst.

CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Cobalt phosphide nanorings towards efficient electrocatalytic nitrate reduction to ammonia

Qing-Ling Hong et al.

Summary: High-quality CoP nanorings (CoP NRs) are easily achieved by phosphorating treatment of CoOOH nanorings, showing high activity towards hydrogen evolution reaction and nitrate electrocatalytic reduction reaction due to coordinately unsaturated active sites, high surface area, and mass transfer pathways. The CoP NRs can achieve 97.1% faradaic efficiency towards NO3--to-NH3 conversion and yield 30.1 mg h(-1) mg(cat)(-1) NH3 at -0.5 V potential.

CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Emerging two-dimensional nanomaterials for electrochemical nitrogen reduction

Yingping Pang et al.

Summary: This article focuses on the electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction (NRR) using two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials as electrocatalysts, aiming to promote the sustainable production of NH3. The key metrics pursued in NRR, including the superior selectivity, activity, and stability of electrocatalysts, are highlighted in the study.

CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Applied

La-doped TiO2 nanorods toward boosted electrocatalytic N2-to-NH3 conversion at ambient conditions

Li Li et al.

Summary: The development of La-doped TiO2 nanorods as an efficient NRR electrocatalyst for ambient NH3 synthesis has resulted in high NH3 yield and Faradaic efficiency, outperforming previous La- and Ti-based catalysts.

CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Boosting NH3 production from nitrate electroreduction via electronic structure engineering of Fe3C nanoflakes

Yuanyuan Wang et al.

Summary: This study demonstrates that N-doped carbon nanosheets supported Fe3C nanoflakes exhibit excellent NO3RR performance, mainly due to their optimized electronic structures that enhance nitrate adsorption and reaction kinetics. Mechanistic investigations reveal a reaction pathway of NO3- -> NO2- -> NH3.

GREEN CHEMISTRY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

High-efficiency nitrate electroreduction to ammonia on electrodeposited cobalt-phosphorus alloy film

Zerong Li et al.

Summary: The study demonstrated the use of a Ti plate supported cobalt-phosphorus alloy film as a highly active and selective electrocatalyst for the conversion of nitrate to ammonia. The catalyst showed high NH3 yield rate, Faradaic efficiency, and durability under experimental conditions.

CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Solar-driven electrochemical synthesis of ammonia using nitrate with 11% solar-to-fuel efficiency at ambient conditions

Nishithan C. Kani et al.

Summary: Ammonia is a crucial commodity chemical used in various industries, with traditional manufacturing processes consuming significant energy and emitting greenhouse gases. Solar-driven electrochemical synthesis of ammonia using nitrates presents a sustainable pathway for producing renewable fuels.

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

High-efficiency electrochemical nitrite reduction to ammonium using a Cu3P nanowire array under ambient conditions

Jie Liang et al.

Summary: The study introduces a Cu3P nanowire array supported on copper foam as an efficient electrocatalyst for nitrite-to-ammonium conversion in neutral media. This catalyst demonstrates high ammonium yield rates, Faradaic efficiencies, and stability.

GREEN CHEMISTRY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Alkylthiol surface engineering: an effective strategy toward enhanced electrocatalytic N2-to-NH3 fixation by a CoP nanoarray

Zhaobai Du et al.

Summary: Surface engineering of a CoP nanoarray supported on a titanium mesh using hydrophobic octadecanethiol enhances the electrocatalytic activity for N-2-to-NH3 conversion. This strategy improves NH3 yield and FE while maintaining stability and durability, showing promising potential for renewable electricity storage.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2021)

Article Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear

CuS concave polyhedral superstructures enabled efficient N2 electroreduction to NH3 at ambient conditions

Shaoxiong Li et al.

Summary: CuS-CPSs have emerged as efficient electrocatalysts for artificial NH3 production, showing excellent selectivity and stability, with the best performance achieved at -0.15 V vs. reversible hydrogen electrode.

INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

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Yuting Wang et al.

Summary: Excessive nitrate ions in the environment pose a significant threat to human health by disrupting the natural nitrogen cycle. Nitrate electroreduction, utilizing green electrons as reductants, shows promise due to its ability to operate under ambient conditions. Understanding the nitrate reaction mechanism is crucial for designing efficient electrocatalysts for selective nitrate reduction.

CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

From the Birkeland-Eyde process towards energy-efficient plasma-based NOX synthesis: a techno-economic analysis

Kevin H. R. Rouwenhorst et al.

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ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2021)

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Efficient nitric oxide reduction to ammonia on a metal-free electrocatalyst

Qian Wu et al.

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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Recent progress in electrochemical synthesis of ammonia from nitrogen: strategies to improve the catalytic activity and selectivity

Bing Yang et al.

Summary: The modern ammonia synthesis industry established by Haber-Bosch in 1913 has changed the history of food production but its reliance on fossil fuels brings significant energy consumption and CO2 emissions. Electrochemical ammonia synthesis, as a green and sustainable alternative, has the potential to reduce fossil fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2021)

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Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Enhanced Nitrate-to-Ammonia Activity on Copper-Nickel Alloys via Tuning of Intermediate Adsorption

Yuhang Wang et al.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2020)

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ACS ENERGY LETTERS (2020)

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NANOSCALE (2020)

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CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL (2019)

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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2019)

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Cheng Tang et al.

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Electrospun TiC/C nanofibers for ambient electrocatalytic N2 reduction

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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2019)

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INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS (2019)

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Rong Zhang et al.

INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS (2019)

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Bryan H. R. Suryanto et al.

NATURE CATALYSIS (2019)

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Hong Wang et al.

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Rong Zhang et al.

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Rong Zhang et al.

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JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2018)

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