BPEC-DW

This project aims at development of novel bio-based photoelectrochemical detritiation technology (BPEC-DW). We aim at taking advantage of inherent properties of biological systems to fractionate isotopes during enzymatic reactions and properties of specific nanomaterials based on TiO₂ and BiVO₄, capable of photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting. By coupling PEC and microbial electrolysis (MEC) cells (Figure 1) into hybrid bio-based photoelectrochemical system, we aim to take advantage of both systems to design energy efficient detritiation technology capable of simultaneous H₂ production which is considered as one the best fuel to effectively solve both energy security and climate concerns particularly greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. BPEC-DW is planned to last for 24 months and is structured into 6 Work Packages (Figure. 2).

 Project 101061873

Fig.1. PEC cell (A), MEC cell (B) for water splitting and H2 generation

Figure 2. Structure of the Work Plan which is divided into 6 work packages (WP)

Project Leader: dr. Marko Štrok

Researcher: dr. Tayebeh Sharifi