The future of low-temperature carbon dioxide electrolysis depends on solving one basic problem.

Rabinowitz, Joshua A; Kanan, Matthew W · Nat Commun · 2020

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Abstract

Carbonate formation is the primary source of energy and carbon losses in low-temperature carbon dioxide electrolysis. Realigning research priorities to address the carbonate problem is essential if this technology is to become a viable option for renewable chemical and fuel production.