Single Atom Pd Anchored on In-MIL-68-bpy for Selective Photothermal Catalysis Methane Oxidation to Formaldehyde

Key Points

• This research aims to investigate the role of single-atom Pd in the photothermal catalysis of methane oxidation to formaldehyde.
• Utilized single-atom Pd anchored on In-MIL-68-bpy as a catalyst
• Examined the oxidation of CH4 to HCHO under photothermal conditions
• Analyzed O2 activation and reactive oxygen species generation.
• The Pd-N site was effective in promoting O2 activation
• Achieved selective oxidation of methane to formaldehyde in water with high efficiency
• Regulated generation of reactive oxygen species enhanced the catalytic process.