Coupling scrap iron valorization with hydrogen evolution via a novel iron oxidation-to-ferrate electrochemistry

Green Chemistry 2026

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Authors: Linqing Fu, Jingsi Zhao, Yifei Yang, Long Lan, Hao Zhang, Tianyu Qiu, Jing Li, Yuliang Yuan, Wei Sun, Zhenye Kang, Xinlong Tian
DOI: 10.1039/d5gc06654a
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References: 41

Abstract

The electrochemical conversion of scrap iron into ferrate while maintaining hydrogen evolution at the cathode to form an anodic IOF//cathodic HER couple is achieved, establishing a net-zero-carbon recycling route for iron waste.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Electrocatalysts for Energy Conversion Advanced oxidation water treatment Iron oxide chemistry and applications

Publication details

Journal / source
Green Chemistry
Volume
28
Issue
8
Pages
3875–3883
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN