ABSTRACT
Due to special characteristics including large surface area, high pore volume and variable pore size mesoporous metal-based materials have received much attention in generating, storing and converting energy. The current developments in mesoporous metal-based materials for energy applications are highlighted in this chapter. Mesoporous metal-based materials have been investigated for application in photocatalysis in the energy sector, where they have proven to be highly effective in converting solar energy into chemical energy. Additionally, these substances have been used as catalysts in many reactions, including methane conversion, CO2 reduction, and water splitting. These materials have been looked at for usage as electrode materials in rechargeable batteries to store energy, where they have demonstrated high capacity and outstanding cycling stability. In addition to supercapacitors, these materials have been investigated for hydrogen and methane storage. Mesoporous metal-based materials have been employed in energy conversion for gas storage and separation and for developing new materials for solar cells and thermoelectric generators. Their high activity and selectivity have also been explored for use in the generation of biofuels. More study is required to fully comprehend their characteristics and enhance their performance for real-world use in energy technologies.
