Rapid surface reconstruction of In2S3 photoanode via hybrid microwave annealing toward photoelectrochemical water splitting

Key Points

• In2S3 photoanode demonstrates enhanced performance for photoelectrochemical water splitting, indicating significant efficiency gains.
• A crucial performance metric highlights a marked increase in photocurrent density due to hybrid microwave annealing of the surface.
• The approach utilized is hybrid microwave annealing, effectively reconstructing the surface of the In2S3 photoanode for improved functionality.
• This improvement supports the potential for more efficient solar-to-fuel conversion, signaling a step forward in clean energy technologies.