Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) – MOF-5, Cu-BTC, and Ir(III)CpCl@COMOC-4 – as electrocatalysts for CO₂ reduction

This study investigates the potential of three Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) – MOF-5, Cu-BTC, and Ir(III)CpCl@COMOC-4 – as electrocatalysts for CO₂ reduction. Characterization techniques confirmed the successful synthesis of the MOFs with distinct morphologies and high surface areas, particularly Cu-BTC and MOF-5. Electrochemical analysis demonstrated CO₂ reduction capabilities for all three MOFs, evidenced by a shift in redox peaks and increased currents in the presence of CO₂. While further analysis using DEMS is needed to confirm the specific products, these findings suggest that these MOFs hold promise as promising candidates for environmentally friendly CO₂ conversion technologies.