Photocatalytic CO₂ reduction by a mixed metal (Zr/Ti), mixed ligand metal–organic framework under visible light irradiation

Abstract

Postsynthetic exchange (PSE) of Ti(IV) into a Zr(IV)-based MOF enabled photocatalytic CO2 reduction to HCOOH under visible light irradiation with the aid of BNAH and TEOA. Use of a mixed-ligand strategy enhanced the photocatalytic activity of the MOF by introducing new energy levels in the band structure of the MOF.