This review summarizes advances in electrocatalysts for converting ethylene glycol to glycolic acid, indicating future research directions.
Key Points
This review aims to evaluate recent developments in electrocatalysts for converting ethylene glycol into glycolic acid while addressing challenges in this process.
Systematic review of recent advances in electrocatalyst design.
Emphasis on synthesis strategies and structural modulation of catalysts.
Evaluation of deactivation mechanisms and reaction pathways.
Comparison of metal-based (Pd, Au, Pt) and non-precious electrocatalysts.
Identified key advancements in the selective oxidation of ethylene glycol to glycolic acid.
Proposed various synthesis strategies for improved catalyst performance.
Highlighted challenges in catalyst stability and efficiency.