N2 plasma assisted surface modification of g-C3N4 nanosheets for enhanced photocatalytic H2O2 production

Key Points

• To enhance the photocatalytic production of H2O2 using modified g-C3N4 nanosheets through N2 plasma treatment.
• N2 plasma treatment was applied to g-C3N4 nanosheets to modify their surface properties.
• The study evaluated the photocatalytic efficiency of the modified nanosheets in H2O2 production.
• The photocatalytic activity was tested under simulated solar light conditions.
• Surface modification significantly increased the photocatalytic activity for H2O2 production.
• The modified g-C3N4 nanosheets showed improved performance compared to untreated samples.
• Results indicate that renewable solar energy can be effectively harnessed for H2O2 production.