Photoelectrochemical Hydrogen Production describes the principles and
materials challenges for the conversion of sunlight into hydrogen
through water splitting at a semiconducting electrode. Readers will find
an analysis of the solid state properties and materials requirements for
semiconducting photo-electrodes, a detailed description of the
semiconductor/electrolyte interface, in addition to the
photo-electrochemical (PEC) cell. Experimental techniques to investigate
both materials and PEC device performance are outlined, followed by an
overview of the current state-of-the-art in PEC materials and devices,
and combinatorial approaches towards the development of new materials.
Finally, the economic and business perspectives of PEC devices are
discussed, and promising future directions indicated.
Photoelectrochemical Hydrogen Production is a one-stop resource for
scientists, students and R&D practitioners starting in this field,
providing both the theoretical background as well as useful practical
information on photoelectrochemical measurement techniques. Experts in
the field benefit from the chapters on current state-of-the-art
materials/devices and future directions.