Interface-engineered ZrO2@W2C-WOx heterojunctions with a built-in electric field for selective, 1O2-dominated oxidative desulfurization

Key Points

• Enhanced oxidative desulfurization occurs due to the built-in electric field in heterojunctions, promoting efficiency.
• The interface-engineered ZrO2@W2C-WOx demonstrates a significant reliance on 1O2 dominance in the reaction process.
• This analysis utilizes a systematic approach to assess the performance of the engineered heterojunctions in desulfurization.
• Highlights the importance of interface engineering in developing effective catalytic materials for reducing sulfur compounds.