電化學二氧化碳還原技術作為應對氣候變遷和能源危機的一項潛在解決方案,正引起全球科學界和產業界的廣泛關注。膜電極反應器因其能有效提升反應速率和選擇性,而成為電化學二氧化碳還原研究的焦點。膜電極反應器通過將陽極和陰極分隔開來,並使用離子交換膜來促進質子或其他離子的傳輸,從而實現高效能的電化學轉化。然而,儘管這一技術展示了令人鼓舞的前景,仍面臨著一系列挑戰,包括膜材料的耐久性、產物選擇性的優化以及反應條件的控制等。本文將探討膜電極反應器在電化學二氧化碳還原中的最新發展,同時分析其面臨的主要挑戰,並提出未來研究和應用的可能方向。
Electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction (ECCO2RR) is gaining significant attention as a promising solution to climate change and the energy crisis. Among the various approaches, membrane electrode assembly (MEA) reactors have emerged as a key focus in ECCO2RR research due to their high current density and excellent product selectivity. MEA reactors achieve efficient electrochemical conversion by separating the anode and cathode and employing ion exchange membranes to facilitate the transport of protons or other ions. Despite their potential, MEA reactors face several challenges, including the durability of membrane materials, optimization of product selectivity, and precise control of reaction conditions. This article reviews the latest advancements in membrane electrode reactors for electrochemical carbon dioxide reduction, analyzes the main challenges, and proposes potential directions for future research and applications.