Maximizing single-pass conversion does not result in practical readiness for CO2 reduction electrolyzers

Abstract

For many chemical processes, high single-pass conversion of reactants into products reduces the need to separate products downstream. However, low-temperature carbon dioxide electrolyzers that maximize single-pass conversion suffer from low product concentration. Maximizing product concentration is therefore a more meaningful target for CO2 electrolyzers than maximizing single-pass conversion.