Holey ultrathin g-C3N4 nanosheets (CNHS) with abundant micro-, meso-, and macropores are fabricated by thermal "etching" of bulk g-C3N4. The prepared CNHS possess a unique ultralight characteristic, high specific surface area, more catalytic active sites, and enhanced electron transport ability, leading to a much superior activity in hydrogen generation and photodegradation of pollutant. As a service to our authors and readers, this journal provides supporting information supplied by the authors. Such materials are peer reviewed and may be re-organized for online delivery, but are not copy-edited or typeset. Technical support issues arising from supporting information (other than missing files) should be addressed to the authors. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.