How copper catalyzes the electroreduction of carbon dioxide into hydrocarbon fuels

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Andrew A. Peterson · Technical University of Denmark

Frank Abild‐Pedersen · Technical University of Denmark

Felix Studt · Technical University of Denmark

Jan Rossmeisl · Technical University of Denmark

Jens K. Nørskov · Technical University of Denmark

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Density functional theory calculations explain copper's unique ability to convert CO2 into hydrocarbons, which may open up (photo-)electrochemical routes to fuels.

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CO2 Reduction Techniques and Catalysts Electrocatalysts for Energy Conversion Advanced battery technologies research

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Published in: Energy & Environmental Science

Volume 3, Issue 9, pp. 1311-1311

DOI: 10.1039/c0ee00071j

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