Defect-engineered MgO nanoparticles with high surface area for integrated solar-driven CO2 reduction and hydrogen generation

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• CO2 reduction efficiency increases significantly, achieving higher yields with defect-engineered MgO nanoparticles.
• The study reports that hydrogen generation reaches optimal levels under solar-driven conditions by utilizing these nanoparticles.
• The approach involves examining the surface area characteristics of MgO nanoparticles to enhance their reactivity towards CO2 reduction.
• Highlights potential for sustainable energy solutions using solar power for CO2 reduction and hydrogen production.