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This research aims to improve ammonia production efficiency from nitrate using an integrated electrocatalytic approach.

Single-Electrode Tandem Electrocatalysis with Dual TiO 2 @Cu and Cu Surfaces Enables Energy-Efficient Ammonia Production from Nitrate

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Randomized trial demonstrates efficient ammonia production from nitrate in electrochemical systems, suggesting a sustainable energy solution.

This research aims to improve ammonia production efficiency from nitrate using an integrated electrocatalytic approach.
Utilized a double-sided electrode with Cu and TiO2@Cu surfaces in a flow cell setup.
Assessed Faradaic efficiency and selectivity for ammonia production during nitrate reduction.
Evaluated energy efficiency and productivity metrics for the ammonia synthesis process.
Achieved a Faradaic efficiency of 97% for ammonia production.
Reached an ammonia selectivity rate of 80%.
Productivity of 7.7 mg h–1 cm–2, yielding a full-cell energy efficiency of 29%.

Chávez et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Randomized trial demonstrates efficient ammonia production from nitrate in electrochemical systems, suggesting a sustainable energy solution.