2D MXenes polar catalysts for multi-renewable energy harvesting applications

Xiaoyang Pan (), Xuhui Yang, Maoqing Yu, Xiaoxiao Lu, Hao Kang, Min-Quan Yang (), Qingrong Qian, Xiaojing Zhao, Shijing Liang () and Zhenfeng Bian ()
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Xiaoyang Pan: Quanzhou Normal University
Xuhui Yang: Fujian Normal University
Maoqing Yu: Quanzhou Normal University
Xiaoxiao Lu: Quanzhou Normal University
Hao Kang: Fujian Normal University
Min-Quan Yang: Fujian Normal University
Qingrong Qian: Fujian Normal University
Xiaojing Zhao: Quanzhou Normal University
Shijing Liang: National Engineering Research Center of Chemical Fertilizer Catalyst Fuzhou University
Zhenfeng Bian: Shanghai Normal University

Nature Communications, 2023, vol. 14, issue 1, 1-11

Abstract: Abstract The synchronous harvesting and conversion of multiple renewable energy sources for chemical fuel production and environmental remediation in a single system is a holy grail in sustainable energy technologies. However, it is challenging to develop advanced energy harvesters that satisfy different working mechanisms. Here, we theoretically and experimentally disclose the use of MXene materials as versatile catalysts for multi-energy utilization. Ti3C2TX MXene shows remarkable catalytic performance for organic pollutant decomposition and H2 production. It outperforms most reported catalysts under the stimulation of light, thermal, and mechanical energy. Moreover, the synergistic effects of piezo-thermal and piezo-photothermal catalysis further improve the performance when using Ti3C2TX. A mechanistic study reveals that hydroxyl and superoxide radicals are produced on the Ti3C2TX under diverse energy stimulation. Furthermore, similar multi-functionality is realized in Ti2CTX, V2CTX, and Nb2CTX MXene materials. This work is anticipated to open a new avenue for multisource renewable energy harvesting using MXene materials.

Date: 2023
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