Polypyridyl Ru(III), Rh(III), and Pd(II) complexes as electrocatalysts for acidic hydrogen evolution reaction

Key Points

• The electrocatalytic efficiency of polypyridyl Ru(III), Rh(III), and Pd(II) complexes highlights their potential in hydrogen evolution.
• Activity comparison reveals that specific complexes showed enhanced performance under acidic conditions, an important factor for energy applications.
• Investigative techniques included electrochemical measurements to assess the hydrogen evolution reaction rate across different complexes.
• These findings support the development of efficient electrocatalytic materials for sustainable hydrogen production in energy conversion systems.