Recent Progress in Lead-Free Metal Halide Perovskite Materials for Photocatalytic H2 Evolution, CO2, and Organic Pollutant Degradation
摘要
Photocatalytic applications present a promising approach to addressing the global energy crisis through hydrogen (H2) evolution while mitigating environmental issues via carbon dioxide (CO2) reduction and pollutant degradation. Metal halide perovskites have emerged as advanced materials for solar energy harvesting in photocatalytic applications, owing to their tunable energy bandgaps and broad solar light absorption range. Among these, lead-based perovskites have demonstrated exceptional performance in energy harvesting. However, their widespread use is hindered by two significant drawbacks: poor material stability and the inherent toxicity of lead. In response, recent research efforts have focused on developing lead-free alternatives to overcome these limitations. Novel classes of perovskite and perovskite-like materials have been extensively explored for photocatalytic applications. This review focuses on recent advances in lead-free, metallic-derived halide perovskites, highlighting their enhanced performance in H2 evolution, CO2 reduction, and organic pollutant degradation. It offers valuable insights for the development of lead-free perovskite halide materials, paving the way for their broader application in energy and environmental sustainability.