In-situ CVD synthesis of Ni@N-CNTs/carbon paper electrode for electro-reduction of CO2

For the electro-reduction of CO2 to syngas, the fabrication of electrodes with excellent and adjustable catalytic performance is a critical step. In this work, Ni particles encapsulated in N-doped carbon nanotubes on carbon paper ([email protected]/CP) composites were designed and prepared via an in-situ chemical vapor deposition method. As confirmed by different characterization techniques, the [email protected] are successfully synthesized, and the surface of the CP is evenly covered by the [email protected] The effects of Ni content and treating temperature on the textural properties of composites are carefully investigated. The [email protected]/CP composites are directly employed as the electrode for electro-reduction of CO2, and the action mechanisms of the N species, Ni particles, and N-CNTs structure are explored as well. The electrode exhibits excellent catalytic activity and high stability, reaching a specific current of 10 mA cm−2. The H2/CO ratio in the achieved syngas can be tuned in the range of 5/1 to 1/1.5.