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The aim is to examine catalytic pathways for CO2 conversion into ethanol, focusing on advancements in catalyst design.

July 10, 2026ChemSusChem0 citations

Front Cover: Thermal and Photocatalytic Conversion of CO 2 to Ethanol: Advances in Catalyst Design, Challenges, and Opportunities (ChemSusChem 14/2026)

BRBryan Rocano‐MerchanUniversity of the Basque Country ACAlejandro Cañete‐ArchéTrinity College Dublin AAAsier Agrelo‐LestónCIC energiGUNE

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The aim is to examine catalytic pathways for CO2 conversion into ethanol, focusing on advancements in catalyst design.
Review of recent literature on thermal and photocatalytic methods for CO2 conversion.
Discussion of challenges in catalyst performance and design principles.
Evaluation of opportunities for future research in sustainable energy.
Identified key advancements in catalyst design for improved efficiency in CO2 to ethanol conversion.
Highlighted ongoing challenges in scaling these technologies for practical applications.
Outlined opportunities for enhancing mechanistic understanding to optimize catalysis.

Abstract

The Front Cover shows how, from heat and light to renewable fuel, two distinct catalytic pathways enable the conversion of CO2 into ethanol. The central molecule, rooted in nature, symbolizes the promise of sustainable carbon utilization driven by continued advances in catalyst design and mechanistic understanding. More information can be found in the Review by A. Centeno-Pedrazo, M. García-Melchor, E. J. Garcia-Suarez and co-workers (DOI: 10.1002/cssc.70790).

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