Recent advances in HER electrocatalysis derived from Fe, Co, Ni, and Mo-based phosphides

Key Points

• Improved efficiency in hydrogen evolution reaction electrocatalysis observed with metallic phosphides.
• Experiments indicate that Fe-, Co-, Ni-, and Mo-based phosphides enhance catalytic activity significantly.
• Analysis focused on recent developments in phosphide synthesis and their application in electrocatalysis.
• These findings suggest new avenues for renewable energy solutions and further research is warranted.