Sacco, N.; Iguini, A.; Gamba, I.; Marchesini, F.A.; García, G. Pd:In-Doped TiO2 as a Bifunctional Catalyst for the Photoelectrochemical Oxidation of Paracetamol and Simultaneous Green Hydrogen Production. Molecules2024, 29, 1073.
Sacco, N.; Iguini, A.; Gamba, I.; Marchesini, F.A.; García, G. Pd:In-Doped TiO2 as a Bifunctional Catalyst for the Photoelectrochemical Oxidation of Paracetamol and Simultaneous Green Hydrogen Production. Molecules 2024, 29, 1073.
Sacco, N.; Iguini, A.; Gamba, I.; Marchesini, F.A.; García, G. Pd:In-Doped TiO2 as a Bifunctional Catalyst for the Photoelectrochemical Oxidation of Paracetamol and Simultaneous Green Hydrogen Production. Molecules2024, 29, 1073.
Sacco, N.; Iguini, A.; Gamba, I.; Marchesini, F.A.; García, G. Pd:In-Doped TiO2 as a Bifunctional Catalyst for the Photoelectrochemical Oxidation of Paracetamol and Simultaneous Green Hydrogen Production. Molecules 2024, 29, 1073.
Abstract
The integration of clean energy generation with wastewater treatment holds promise for addressing both environmental and energy concerns. Focusing on photocatalytic hydrogen production and wastewater treatment, the study introduces PdIn/TiO2 catalysts for the simultaneous removal of the pharmaceutical contaminant paracetamol and hydrogen production. Physicochemical characterization showed a high distribution of Pd and In on the support as well as a high interaction with it. The Pd and In deposition enhances the light absorption capability and significantly improved HER in comparison to TiO2 not only in the electrolyte but also in presence of paracetamol. Regarding PTM oxidation, TiO2 and PdIn/TiO2 showed an irreversible behavior toward the PTM oxidation, limited by the adsorption of species on the electrode surface. Thus, PdIn-doped TiO2 stands out as a promising catalyst, showcasing enhanced physicochemical properties and superior catalytic performance. This underscores its potential for both environmental remediation and sustainable hydrogen production.
Keywords
PdIn-doped TiO2 catalyst; green H2 production; photoelectrochemical oxidation; paracetamol; pharmaceutical removal from water.
Subject
Chemistry and Materials Science, Physical Chemistry
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