Hierarchically structured NiCo-layered double hydroxides derived from cellulosic filter paper for enhanced photoelectrocatalytic water oxidation

Key Points

• Enhanced photoelectrocatalytic water oxidation is achieved using hierarchically structured materials derived from filter paper, vastly improving efficiency.
• The layered double hydroxides demonstrate superior catalytic activity, with a key metric showing a significant increase in oxygen evolution rate.
• The assessment utilized a systematic approach focusing on material synthesis from cellulosic sources and its subsequent performance in water splitting applications.
• These findings suggest potential for environmentally friendly hydrogen production technologies, with ongoing research needed for full-scale application.