Electrochemical Technologies in Energy and Environment: Prospects, Developments, and Educational Perspectives

Yujia Wang; Ziqing Zheng; Lei Huang; Jia Yan; Meng Li; Zhenxin Chen; Hongguo Zhang

doi:10.53941/see.2026.100004

Abstract

With the escalating severity of global environmental pollution, electrochemical technology has emerged as a pivotal tool in environmental governance due to its high efficiency, eco-friendliness, and precise controllability. Electrochemical technology demonstrates significant potential in wastewater treatment, carbon dioxide management, resource recovery, and environmental monitoring by leveraging unique reaction mechanisms, including advanced oxidation/reduction, selective separation, and carbon capture. However, its widespread adoption is hindered by limitations in material performance, high operational costs, and system complexity. To advance the sustainable development of electrochemical technologies, future efforts should focus on nanomaterial innovation, integration with green processes, and the application of intelligent systems for optimization and control.

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