Issue 3, 2017

Molecular polypyridine-based metal complexes as catalysts for the reduction of CO2

Abstract

Polypyridyl transition metal complexes represent one of the more thoroughly studied classes of molecular catalysts towards CO2 reduction to date. Initial reports in the 1980s began with an emphasis on 2nd and 3rd row late transition metals, but more recently the focus has shifted towards earlier metals and base metals. Polypyridyl platforms have proven quite versatile and amenable to studying various parameters that govern product distribution for CO2 reduction. However, open questions remain regarding the key mechanistic steps that govern product selectivity and efficiency. Polypyridyl complexes have also been immobilized through a variety of methods to afford active catalytic materials for CO2 reductions. While still an emerging field, materials incorporating molecular catalysts represent a promising strategy for electrochemical and photoelectrochemical devices capable of CO2 reduction. In general, this class of compounds remains the most promising for the continued development of molecular systems for CO2 reduction and an inspiration for the design of related non-polypyridyl catalysts.

Graphical abstract: Molecular polypyridine-based metal complexes as catalysts for the reduction of CO2

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
14 May 2015
First published
13 Jan 2017

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2017,46, 761-796

Molecular polypyridine-based metal complexes as catalysts for the reduction of CO2

N. Elgrishi, M. B. Chambers, X. Wang and M. Fontecave, Chem. Soc. Rev., 2017, 46, 761 DOI: 10.1039/C5CS00391A

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