Our mission
The development of new technologies to generate low-carbon energy based on the use of abundant and renewable resources. The efficiency of these technologies, as well as their performance, relies on the development of new photoactive materials and new processes. These materials must allow the design of (photo)catalytic and (photo)electrochemical systems that are efficient and low in strategic materials, associated with an efficient coupling to distribution networks. The objective is to bring to market credible technologies for the energy transition.
Our approach
Our strategies aim in synthetizing new carbon based material or developing new bio-inspired architecture for improved charge carriers lifetime and light harvesting capability. We master various synthesis methods (Sol-gel, hydrothermal method, self-assembly method, biotemplating method, soft-chemistry,…) to control the architecture, structure, composition, electronic properties, and design of photocatalysts (TiO2, Perovskites, Graphdiyne, metalic nanoparticles). The main goal is to bring fundamental understanding and establish a relationship between material chemistry, physical chemistry, and chemical reactions using advanced techniques ( spectroscopies, microscopies, voltammetry, potentiometry) before being evaluated for their catalytic efficiency in laboratory conditions.
Applications
Our research’s focus in tackling environmental issues. We are engaged in founding photoactive materials to support the ecological transition. Thus, providing credible technology for fully green H2 generation and CO2 conversion.