Executive Summary : | Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), a highly versatile chemical with high oxidizing ability and active oxygen content, has gained global attention since its synthesis in 1818. Its applications include wastewater treatment, chemical synthesis, pulp bleaching, and fuel cell production. However, the process is energy-intensive and poses potential explosion risks. A sustainable, eco-friendly method for H2O2 production via O2 reduction is needed. Photocatalysts like TiO2, Cds, and graphitic carbon nitride have been investigated for their potential in generating H2O2 using light, but they face limitations due to limited UV-centric light absorption capabilities and a scarcity of active sites. Functional advanced porous materials (APMs) like metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and covalent organic frameworks (COFs) have emerged as promising catalysts for effective photocatalysis. However, their low stability in H2O poses challenges for long-term photocatalytic processes. The proposed research proposal aims to develop a heterogeneous photocatalytic catalytic system utilizing APM for H2O2 production, offering reusability, cost-effectiveness, scalability, and a stable porous catalyst. This research proposal will be significant in green chemistry settings in both academic and industrial settings. |