Solar-Driven Sustainability: III–V Semiconductor for Green Energy Production Technologies

• Published in: Nano-micro letters Vol. 16; no. 1; pp. 244 - 34
• Main Authors: Chandran, Bagavath, Oh, Jeong-Kyun, Lee, Sang-Wook, Um, Dae-Young, Kim, Sung-Un, Veeramuthu, Vignesh, Park, Jin-Seo, Han, Shuo, Lee, Cheul-Ro, Ra, Yong-Ho
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Singapore Springer Nature Singapore 01.12.2024; Springer Nature B.V; SpringerOpen
• Subjects: Alternative energy sources; Basic converters; Carbon dioxide; Charge materials; Charge transfer; Chemical reduction; Clean energy; CO2 reduction; Electromagnetic absorption; Energy conversion; Energy technology; Engineering; Environmental impact; Green energy system; Group III-V semiconductors; Heterostructures; Hydrogen evolution; Hydrogen production; III–V semiconductors; Nanoscale Science and Technology; Nanotechnology; Nanotechnology and Microengineering; Oxidation; Photo electrochemical water splitting; Photocatalysis; Renewable energy; Review; Semiconductor materials; Separation; Solar energy; Water splitting; Green energy system; III–V semiconductors; CO; reduction; Hydrogen evolution; Photo electrochemical water splitting; CO2 reduction
• ISSN: 2311-6706; 2150-5551; 2150-5551
• DOI: 10.1007/s40820-024-01412-6

Highlights In-depth review assesses III–V materials for efficient hydrogen generation and CO 2 reduction in renewable energy technologies. Exploration of strategies for broad light absorption and increased efficiency in water splitting processes and CO 2 reduction. Innovative electrode designs conclude the path for stable, large-scale implementation of clean energy systems. Long-term societal prosperity depends on addressing the world’s energy and environmental problems, and photocatalysis has emerged as a viable remedy. Improving the efficiency of photocatalytic processes is fundamentally achieved by optimizing the effective utilization of solar energy and enhancing the efficient separation of photogenerated charges. It has been demonstrated that the fabrication of III–V semiconductor-based photocatalysts is effective in increasing solar light absorption, long-term stability, large-scale production and promoting charge transfer. This focused review explores on the current developments in III–V semiconductor materials for solar-powered photocatalytic systems. The review explores on various subjects, including the advancement of III–V semiconductors, photocatalytic mechanisms, and their uses in H 2 conversion, CO 2 reduction, environmental remediation, and photocatalytic oxidation and reduction reactions. In order to design heterostructures, the review delves into basic concepts including solar light absorption and effective charge separation. It also highlights significant advancements in green energy systems for water splitting, emphasizing the significance of establishing eco-friendly systems for CO 2 reduction and hydrogen production. The main purpose is to produce hydrogen through sustainable and ecologically friendly energy conversion. The review intends to foster the development of greener and more sustainable energy source by encouraging researchers and developers to focus on practical applications and advancements in solar-powered photocatalysis.