Advanced Materials for Carbon Cycle and Conversion

Advanced materials play a crucial role in addressing the disrupted carbon cycle caused by human activities like burning fossil fuels and deforestation. This has resulted in an increased concentration of atmospheric CO2, contributing to global climate change. The development of cutting-edge materials aimed at mitigating these impacts features prominently within this field of research. This includes innovations such as metal-organic frameworks, porous polymers, and nano-scaled carbon-centric materials that offer promising solutions for the selective capture of CO2 from various emission sources. Additionally, these materials assist in the efficient conversion of captured CO2 into valuable products, which is vital for promoting sustainable environmental practices.

This Research Topic aims to explore the potential of advanced materials to revolutionize carbon management systems through enhanced capture, utilization, and recycling of carbon dioxide. It seeks to understand how these materials can help re-balance the carbon cycle and contribute to a more sustainable future by converting CO2 into useful products, thereby closing the loop on carbon emissions and fostering the development of a circular carbon economy.

To thoroughly investigate the boundaries of advanced materials in carbon management, this topic focuses on:

• The roles of advanced materials in carbon cycle optimization.
• Materials designed specifically for effective carbon capture and conversion.
• Novel catalytic mechanisms and electrochemical materials for converting CO2.
• Case studies demonstrating real-world applications of these technologies.

We invite research contributions, including reviews, original research articles, and perspective pieces, that delve into these and related subtopics. This collection aims to provide comprehensive insights for academics, policymakers, and industry stakeholders into how innovations in material science can significantly impact carbon management strategies.