Electrochemical CO₂ Conversion: Transforming Emissions into Valuable Chemicals

Abstract

AbstractElectrochemical CO₂ conversion is an emerging technology that transforms carbon emissions into valuable chemicals and fuels using electricity, ideally from renewable sources. It offers a sustainable pathway for climate change mitigation and circular resource creation in the chemical industry. IntroductionThe escalating threat of climate change has intensified the search for innovative carbon management strategies. Among the emerging technologies, electrochemical CO₂ conversion stands out as a promising approach that not only reduces atmospheric carbon dioxide but also generates useful products such as fuels and industrial chemicals. By harnessing renewable electricity to power chemical transformations, this method supports a dual mission: environmental protection and sustainable industrial development. The article explores the science, potential, and recent advances in electrochemical CO₂ conversion, as well as the challenges that must be overcome to bring it to industrial scale.