Review highlights mechanisms and catalyst designs in solar-driven methane conversion, indicating viable pathways for clean fuel production and greenhouse gas mitigation.
As the “holy grail” of catalysis, the conversion of CH 4 has attracted substantial interest. The quest for efficient conversion pathways for CH 4 is of paramount importance for climate change mitigation and the advancement of energy utilization. Solar-driven CH 4 conversion is deemed a promising avenue, as it concurrently diminishes greenhouse gas emissions and promotes the generation of sustainable energy resources. This paper reviews the latest advancements in solar-driven CH 4 conversion, encompassing an in-depth analysis of the underlying mechanisms for methane nonoxidative coupling, partial oxidation, steam reforming, and dry reforming. It also highlights state-of-the-art technologies in catalyst development for these reactions. This study aims to provide valuable insights into the progression of solar-driven CH 4 conversion technology, thereby promoting its widespread application in energy conversion and storage.
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