Carbon Nitride Nanostructures for Sustainable Energy Production and Environmental Remediation

Graphitic carbon nitride (gCN) has beneficial properties that have been discovered in recent years for energy and environmental remediation. This book covers recent advances in the rational design and characterization of gCN nanostructures, fabrication approaches, and practical applications. It appeals to graduate students and researchers in nanoscience, chemistry, chemical engineering, and materials science.

Format: Hardback
Length: 378 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2021
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Graphitic carbon nitride (gCN) has emerged as a promising material with numerous beneficial properties due to its remarkable visible-light-driven photocatalytic activity for water splitting. Its applications have expanded across various fields, including renewable energy production, environmental remediation, electrocatalysts, electronic and photoelectronic devices, non-volatile memory devices, anodes in lithium-ion batteries, and platinum supports in polymer electrolyte fuel cells. In recent years, significant progress has been made in the rational design and characterization of gCN nanostructures, as well as in the development of fabrication approaches using various chemical and physical methods. This book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in the theoretical and experimental development of novel multidimensional nanoarchitectonics of gCNs. It also delves into catalytic energy production, energy storage, and environmental remediation, highlighting practical applications and utilization of gCN-based devices. Contributions from leading global researchers make this title an invaluable resource for graduate students and researchers in nanoscience, chemistry, chemical engineering, and materials science who are interested in exploring new gCN materials or developing innovative devices.

Graphitic carbon nitride (gCN) has gained significant attention in recent years due to its remarkable visible-light-driven photocatalytic activity for water splitting. This property has led to its widespread applications in renewable energy production and environmental remediation. Furthermore, gCN has been explored as electrocatalysts, electronic and photoelectronic devices, non-volatile memory devices, anodes in lithium-ion batteries, and platinum supports in polymer electrolyte fuel cells. In this book, we will delve into the latest advances in the rational design and characterization of gCN nanostructures for energy and environmental remediation. We will also discuss the achievements in fabrication approaches of gCN nanostructures using various chemical and physical methods.

One of the key advantages of gCN is its high surface area, which enables it to efficiently absorb light and promote photocatalytic reactions. Researchers have been exploring various methods to enhance the surface area and porosity of gCN, such as chemical vapor deposition, thermal decomposition, and template-based synthesis. These approaches have allowed for the creation of gCN nanostructures with tailored properties, such as specific surface areas, pore sizes, and surface chemistry, which can further improve their photocatalytic performance.

In addition to its photocatalytic activity, gCN has shown potential in energy storage and conversion. Researchers have explored its use as an anode material in lithium-ion batteries, which can improve battery performance and durability. GCN-based anodes can also be designed to have a high capacity for storing energy, making them suitable for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage systems.

Furthermore, gCN has been explored as a catalyst for various chemical reactions, including the hydrogenation of hydrocarbons and the oxidation of alcohols. Its unique electronic structure and chemical properties make it an attractive candidate for these applications. By designing and modifying the gCN nanostructures, researchers can achieve enhanced catalytic activity and selectivity, making it possible to develop efficient and sustainable chemical processes.

In conclusion, gCN has emerged as a promising material with numerous beneficial properties. Its visible-light-driven photocatalytic activity, high surface area, and potential for energy storage and conversion make it an ideal candidate for various applications. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in the rational design and characterization of gCN nanostructures, as well as the achievements in fabrication approaches using various chemical and physical methods. By exploring the theoretical and experimental development of novel multidimensional nanoarchitectonics of gCNs, we can gain insight into catalytic energy production, energy storage, and environmental remediation. With contributions from leading global researchers, this title will appeal to graduate students and researchers in nanoscience, chemistry, chemical engineering, and materials science who are interested in developing new gCN materials or devices.

Weight: 764g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839162138