Recent Progress in Electrocatalysis for Membrane-Driven Energy Technologies: Fuel Cells, Electrolysis, and Emerging Applications
A special issue of Catalysts (ISSN 2073-4344). This special issue belongs to the section "Industrial Catalysis".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 October 2025 | Viewed by 11
Special Issue Editor
Interests: low dimensional carbon materials; electrochemical catalysis; fuel cell
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Dear Colleagues,
The global transition to sustainable energy systems demands groundbreaking advancements in electrochemical technologies, where membranes play a pivotal role in enhancing efficiency, selectivity, and scalability. This Special Issue focuses on electrocatalysis within membrane-driven systems, highlighting recent progress in materials innovation, mechanistic understanding, and device engineering. Topics span a wide spectrum of applications, including proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) for clean power generation, water and CO2 electrolyzers for green hydrogen and carbon-neutral fuel production, as well as emerging electrolytic processes, such as nitrogen reduction for ammonia synthesis and organic electrosynthesis. We invite contributions that address challenges in catalyst-membrane interactions, durability under industrial operating conditions, and cost-effective scaling strategies. Submissions may explore novel membrane materials (e.g., anion exchange membranes, hybrid composites), advanced characterization techniques, or system-level optimizations for integrating electrolysis with renewable energy sources. Reviews on lifecycle analysis and techno-economic assessments of membrane-based electrochemical systems are also encouraged. This issue aims to bridge fundamental research and industrial applications, providing a platform for researchers in chemistry, materials science, and energy engineering to share cutting-edge developments that accelerate the path toward a decarbonized future.
Dr. Xin Tong
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- electrocatalysis
- membrane electrolysis
- proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs)
- CO2 electroreduction
- green hydrogen production
- anion exchange membranes (AEMs)
- catalyst-membrane interfaces
- sustainable energy systems
- industrial electrolysis
- carbon capture and utilization
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