Designing New Photothermal Catalysts for Green Methanol Production (2026-2029)
Abstract
This project aims to innovate photothermal catalysts for green methanol synthesis powered by solar energy instead of fossil fuels. By leveraging advanced materials design and tailoring catalysts to harness the full solar spectrum, particularly infrared light, it seeks to generate new knowledge in photothermal catalysis for solar-to-chemical energy conversion. Expected outcomes include highly efficient, selective, and durable catalyst materials, profound insights into the mechanisms of photothermal catalysis, and a scalable, reliable, and eco-friendly methanol production process. This project will reduce carbon emissions, advance solar-powered chemical manufacturing, and support the transition to sustainable energy technologies.
