Naphthalene versus benzene donor in vinyl-linked donor–π–acceptor COFs: Dueling for photocatalytic H2O2 production and water purification

Key Points

• Naphthalene demonstrated superior efficiency in photocatalytic H2O2 production compared to benzene, which enhances water purification efforts.
• The production rate of H2O2 in the presence of naphthalene surpassed that of benzene, indicating material efficacy in environmental applications.
• Assessment of vinyl-linked donor-π-acceptor COFs provided insights into how molecular structure influences photocatalytic performance.
• This comparison highlights the potential for using COFs in sustainable technologies for effective water treatment.