Modulating Hydrocarbon Coverage on Mo-Doped RuO2 Anodes Enables Energy-Efficient and Selective Kolbe Electrolysis

Key Points

• The aim is to enhance energy efficiency and selectivity in Kolbe electrolysis through hydrocarbon coverage modulation on Mo-doped RuO2 anodes.
• Developed Mo-doped RuO2 anodes for Kolbe electrolysis
• Evaluated hydrocarbon coverage levels
• Assessed energy consumption and product selectivity
• Increased energy efficiency observed with modified anodes
• Higher selectivity for desired hydrocarbon products
• Significant improvement in biomass-derived carboxylic acids conversion