Elucidating the role of PdAgFe charge transfer in ternary aerogels for boosting electro-oxidative degradation of recalcitrant di-butyl phthalate

Key Points

• This research aims to understand how PdAgFe aerogels can enhance the electro-oxidative degradation of di-butyl phthalate (DBP).
• Developed ternary PdAgFe aerogels for DBP degradation.
• Evaluated charge transfer and oxidation potential efficiency.
• Measured DBP removal in water.
• Achieved 97% DBP removal rate.
• Enhanced charge transfer improved reaction efficiency.
• Increased oxidation potential facilitated pollutant breakdown.