Development of highly efficient sunlight-based artificial photosynthesis systems for CO2 reforming has been considered to be a promising approach to address the problem of greenhouse gas CO2 emission as well as to produce fuels and valuable chemicals. In this work, we review recent progress on the most promising metal/oxide photocatalytic structures for solar-based artificial photosynthesis and discuss the various scientific and technological issues associated with the design of highly efficient systems.  The various issues that will be addressed include the types of catalysts, co-catalysts, sunlight utilization, reactor design, and hydrocarbon product yields. We will present novel solar reactor concepts and results from actual prototype units with potential for scale-up and implementation near flue gas sources for CO2 emission control and utilization.

Sunlight-based artificial photosynthesis systems for converting carbon dioxide to solar fuels and high-value commodity chemicals

246th National Meeting (2013)

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