Engineering electronic structure of Ni-Co bimetallic sites toward efficient electrochemical biomass upgrading and CO₂ reduction

Key Points

• The research aims to improve the efficiency of electrochemical processes in biomass upgrading and CO2 reduction.
• Developed Ni-Co bimetallic sites for enhanced reactivity.
• Conducted electrochemical experiments to assess performance.
• Analyzed the electronic structure to understand the impact on reactions.
• Significantly improved oxidation rates of HMFOR and CO2RR.
• Demonstrated lower energy requirements for the coupled process.
• Produced higher yields of desired chemicals compared to traditional methods.