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@article{185582,
        author = {Supriya Kathale and Mohini Mane and Dr Tushar Shelke},
        title = {Artificial photosynthesis using fuel and sunlight},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {5},
        pages = {2033-2042},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=185582},
        abstract = {A promising technique that seeks to mimic the natural photosynthetic process is artificial photosynthesis. Solar energy is transformed into chemical energy during the natural A photosynthesis process, and this chemical energy is then stored in organic substances. Because it speeds up the processes that transform solar energy into chemical energy, catalysis is a crucial component of artificial photosynthesis. Our goal in this review is to present a thorough summary of current advancements in the field of catalytic artificial photosynthesis. The different kinds of catalysts utilized in artificial photosynthesis will be covered comprising biocatalysts, heterogeneous catalysts, and homogeneous catalysts. We will also examine the various approaches used to improve the selectivity and efficiency of catalytic reactions, including molecular engineering, photo electrochemical cells, and the use of nanomaterial. Finally, we will look at the technology's potential uses in fields including sustainable agriculture, carbon capture and utilization, and renewable energy, as well as its opportunities and limitations. In addition to identifying important research avenues for upcoming developments in this subject, this study attempts to present a thorough and critical examination of the most recent techniques in artificial photosynthesis by catalysis. Artificial photosynthesis is a biomimetic solution to current energy issues that uses the concepts of natural photosynthesis to create chemical fuels using co2 and solar energy since artificial photosynthesis produces stable and transportable chemical fuels and reduces the environmental impact of human activity, it may be more beneficial than solar panels. Despite the development of several artificial photosynthesis approaches, none of them have been effectively implemented into scaled system. The present state and future prospects of artificial photosynthesis technology are reviewed in this research. Technical advancements and difficulties in scaling up the technology are discussed, together with experimental data demonstrating the mechanism and effectiveness of the current approaches. Numerous projects from throughout the world are examined to demonstrate the state of performance and expenses. Lastly, a forecast of upcoming developments and difficulties in both technical and socioeconomic domains is given},
        keywords = {Artifical Photosynthesis, Photo electrochemical cells, Lysis of water, Light Absorption},
        month = {October},
        }