This symposium will bring together leading scientists, researchers, and experts in electrochemistry, sustainability, and carbon and nitrogen management for an inspiring and thought-provoking event. Participants will have the opportunity to explore cutting-edge advancements in (photo)electrochemical conversion of CO2 and N2 into valuable chemicals and fuels, as well as water electrolysis for sustainable hydrogen production. The symposium aims to provide a comprehensive platform for discussing the latest developments in CO2 and N2 (photo)electroreduction and water electrolysis, key technologies for addressing global sustainability challenges. Topics will cover a wide range of areas, including catalyst design and synthesis, advanced (in situ/operando) characterization techniques, energy efficiency, reactor design and scaling up, mechanistic and process simulations. Renowned experts from academia, industry, and government will present pioneering research, offering insights into real-world applications and future potential of these electrochemical conversion technologies. Attendees will also have numerous opportunities for discussions, networking, and fostering collaborations that can accelerate progress toward a more sustainable future. We invite you to join us in exploring and shaping the future of (photo)electrochemical CO2 and N2 conversion and water electrolysis, transforming CO2 from a climate challenge into a valuable resource, advancing decarbonization of nitrogen-based chemicals and fuels, and promoting clean hydrogen production.
- Electrochemical Interface
- Advanced (in situ/ operando) Characterization
- Understanding Reaction Mechanisms
- Catalytic Material Discovery and Design
- Electrolyzer Development and Optimization
- Electrolysis Processes for CO2, N2 and Water
- Process Modeling and Simulations
- Scale-Up Strategies for Electrochemical Systems
- Life Cycle Assessment
- Techno-Economic Analysis
Guillermo Díaz-Sainz received his Degree in Chemical Engineering (2015) from the University of Cantabria and his MSc. in Chemical Engineering (2017) delivered from the University of Cantabria (UC) and the University of the Basque Country. In 2021, he completed his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Energy and Processes focused on the development of processes for CO2 electrocatalytic reduction to formate. He is currently integrated into the Research Group DePRO (Development of Chemical Processes and Pollution Control), and at present, he is Assistant Professor in the Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Department. Currently, the research activity and mid/long term interests of Dr. Diaz-Sainz are mainly focused on the development of an innovative process for the CO2 capture and photo/electrochemical conversion in products of interest, and at the same time, the production of green hydrogen by electrolyzers.
Mingchuan Luo is now an assistant professor at School of Materials Science and Engineering, Peking University, China. He obtained his PhD degree in Chemistry from Beijing University of Chemical Technology in 2016 (with Prof Hong Zhu and Prof Yushan Yan). After graduation, he carried on postdoc research at Peking University (2016-2018, with Prof Shaojun Guo), University of Toronto (2018-2020, with Prof Edward Sargent) and Leiden University (2020-2023, Marie Curie Fellow, with Prof Marc Koper), before joining Peking University as PI in 2023. His research focuses on understanding the chemistry of electrified interfaces and transferring the knowledges into advancing electrocatalysis for renewable conversions.