Fe single-atom catalysts supported on N-enriched carbon promote the liquid phase electro-reduction of carbon dioxide to formic acid

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Fe single-atom catalysts in the electro-reduction of carbon dioxide.
• Utilization of nitrogen-enriched carbon matrix to support Fe single-atom catalysts.
• Investigation of the catalytic activity in the liquid phase environment.
• Analysis of product formation post-reduction process.
• Fe single-atom catalysts promote the selective electro-reduction of carbon dioxide.
• Formic acid was successfully produced as a significant product.
• The presence of nitrogen in the carbon matrix enhances catalytic performance.