Prussian blue nanoparticles: Synthesis and experimental evaluation as electrocatalyst for hydrogen evolution reaction

Authors

  • Mukhtiar Ahmed State Key Laboratory of Mesoscience and Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China; Key Laboratory of Superlight Material and Surface Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, China
  • Irfan Ali Soomro College of Chemical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100190, China
  • Kishore Chand Key Laboratory of Superlight Material and Surface Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, China
  • Yang Yang State Key Laboratory of Mesoscience and Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China
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https://doi.org/10.18686/cest.v2i3.121

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Prussian blue; electrocatalysis; energy conversion; HER

Abstract

The reliance on fossil fuels has led to numerous environmental challenges, highlighting the urgent need for alternative energy sources that minimize contamination and promote eco-friendliness. In this context, hydrogen (H2) emerges as a promising fuel due to its zero-carbon emissions. Within various methods for H2 production, electrochemical water splitting (EWS) stands out as a viable approach. Traditionally, noble metals, such as platinum and iridium, have been employed as electrocatalysts to efficiently facilitate the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) in desired electrolytes (such as alkaline). Recently, research has focused on the use of Prussian blue (PB) as an innovative electrocatalyst material for EWS. Herein, we developed PB-based electrocatalysts for HER in an alkaline medium. The electrocatalyst comprising PB combined with phosphorus exhibited impressive electrochemical properties, achieving a minimal overpotential of 103 mV at a current density of 10 mA/cm2 and maintaining durability over 20 h, along with extended electrochemical performance. This material composition has considerable promise as a potential option for energy conversion systems, which can aid future sustainability initiatives.

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Ahmed, M., Soomro, I. A., Chand, K., & Yang, Y. (2024). Prussian blue nanoparticles: Synthesis and experimental evaluation as electrocatalyst for hydrogen evolution reaction. Clean Energy Science and Technology, 2(3), 121. https://doi.org/10.18686/cest.v2i3.121

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