A Review on the Design Strategies of Copper-Based Catalysts for Enhanced Activity and Stability in Methanol Reforming to Hydrogen

Methanol Steam Reforming (MSR) is one of the most promising technologies in the hydrogen economy, and copper-based catalysts have become the core materials in this field due to their high activity and low cost. In this paper, we systematically review the design strategies of copper-based catalysts i...

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Main Authors: Shuang Pang, Xueying Dou, Wei Zhao, Suli Bai, Bo Wan, Tiaoxia Wang, Jing-He Yang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-07-01
Series:Nanomaterials
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/15/14/1118
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Summary:Methanol Steam Reforming (MSR) is one of the most promising technologies in the hydrogen economy, and copper-based catalysts have become the core materials in this field due to their high activity and low cost. In this paper, we systematically review the design strategies of copper-based catalysts in MSR reactions in recent years, including structure control, component optimization, support effect, and surface modification. We focus on the mechanisms of active site exposure, improvement of anti-sintering ability, and the enhancement of anti-carbon deposition performance. Finally, we summarize the challenges of current research and propose the future development direction. This review aims to provide a reference for subsequent related research through the experience of this paper.
ISSN:2079-4991