AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment)
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026)

UiO-66-based Photocatalysts for CO2 to Methanol Conversion Potential: Mechanisms and Performance Benchmarks

Septian Wahyu Setiawan (Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Technology and Science, UPN “Veteran”Jawa Timur, Surabaya, Indonesia)
Ummi Aminatus Sa'diyah (Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Technology and Science, UPN “Veteran”Jawa Timur, Surabaya, Indonesia)
Silvana Dwi Nurherdiana (Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Technology and Science, UPN “Veteran”Jawa Timur, Surabaya, Indonesia)
Novia Amalia Sholeha (College of Vocational Studies, Bogor Agricultural University (IPB University), Bogor 16151, Indonesia)
Hamzah Fansuri (Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Data Analytics, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Keputih Sukolilo, Surabaya 60111, Indonesia)
Djoko Hartanto (Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Data Analytics, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Keputih Sukolilo, Surabaya 60111, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
23 Apr 2026

Abstract

The increasing concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions has driven the development of technologies for converting CO2 into environmentally friendly fuels through photocatalytic reduction. One of the widely studied materials is UiO-66, a metal–organic framework (MOF)-based photocatalyst. This article presents a literature review aimed at analyzing recent research developments on the application of UiO-66 for CO2 reduction. Relevant studies were systematically collected from Scopus, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar databases within the 2015–2025 period, focusing on experimental investigations and material modifications. The synthesis of the reviewed studies indicates that the photocatalytic performance of UiO-66 is influenced by metal modification, functional group incorporation, band gap engineering, and the use of co-catalysts. These strategies enhance visible light absorption and improve the effectiveness of light energy utilization, thereby promoting CO2 reduction activity. Although UiO-66 demonstrates promising potential, improvements in material stability and reaction performance consistency remain necessary for large-scale industrial applications. Contribution to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):SSDG 7: Affordable and Clean EnergySDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and InfrastructureSDG 12: Responsible Consumption and ProductionSDG 13: Climate Action

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ajarcde

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Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry Earth & Planetary Sciences Education Energy Environmental Science

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AJARCDE (Asian Journal of Applied Research for Community Development and Empowerment) publishes papers on innovative applications, development of new technologies, and efficient solutions in agriculture, engineering, computing, economic, social, information technology, food, energy, and scientific ...