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Will Solar-Driven Water-Splitting Devices See the Light of Day?

Journal Article · · Chemistry of Materials
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1021/cm4021518· OSTI ID:1635256
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  1. California Institute of Technology (CalTech), Pasadena, CA (United States); California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA
  2. California Institute of Technology (CalTech), Pasadena, CA (United States)
Through decades of sustained effort, researchers have made substantial progress on developing technologies for solar-driven water splitting. Nevertheless, more basic research is needed before prototype devices with a chance for commercial success can be demonstrated. In this Perspective, we summarize the major design constraints that motivate continued research in the field of solar-driven water splitting. Additionally, we discuss key device components that are now available for use in demonstration systems and prototypes. Finally, we highlight research areas where breakthroughs will be critical for continued progress toward commercial viability for solar-driven water-splitting devices.
Research Organization:
California Institute of Technology (CalTech), Pasadena, CA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
National Science Foundation; USDOE Office of Science (SC), Basic Energy Sciences (BES) (SC-22)
Grant/Contract Number:
SC0004993
OSTI ID:
1635256
Journal Information:
Chemistry of Materials, Journal Name: Chemistry of Materials Journal Issue: 1 Vol. 26; ISSN 0897-4756
Publisher:
American Chemical Society (ACS)Copyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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