Recent advances in the electrode materials for electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution reactions
Thirugnanam Bavani, Sakthivel Vinith Kumar, Jagannathan Madhavan
The innovative design of electrodes has had a profound impact on the improvement of electrocatalysts for water splitting, paving the way for feasible energy production and hydrogen creation through direct water electrolysis. Electrochemical hydrogen evolution is pivotal for efficient, cost-effective hydrogen generation, yet attaining highly active catalysts with low overpotential (OVP) using affordable materials remains challenging. This chapter assesses diverse electrode materials’ influence and delves into current HER process understanding. It also discusses general electrocatalyst design concepts and compiles recent advances in HER electrocatalyst development. Finally, the chapter offers perspectives on potential directions for future research in this field.
Keywords
Hydrogen Evolution Reaction, Water Splitting Reactions, Electrocatalysis, Green Energy
Published online 10/20/2024, 19 pages
Citation: Thirugnanam Bavani, Sakthivel Vinith Kumar, Jagannathan Madhavan, Recent advances in the electrode materials for electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution reactions, Materials Research Foundations, Vol. 170, pp 41-59, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21741/9781644903292-3
Part of the book on Emerging Materials for Next Frontier Energy and Environment Applications
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