Editorial: Recent progress on catalysis for energy and environmental applications

The Research Topic, "Recent Progress on Catalysis for Energy and Environmental Applications" highlights significant advancements in catalytic materials, innovative methodologies, and mechanistic insights pertinent to energy As guest editors, we sincerely appreciate all contributing authors for their excellent work and thank the reviewers for their constructive and insightful feedback.We anticipate that this collection will stimulate continued innovation, foster cross-disciplinary collaborations, and facilitate practical deployment of advanced catalytic technologies, ultimately contributing to a sustainable and healthier global environment.