Exceeding a theoretical limit of a photoelectrochemical cell through hybridization with a thermoelectric device

Abstract

A photoelectrochemical cell and a thermoelectric device have been coupled to boost water splitting at bias-free condition. A photon-to-current efficiency of 13.6% was achieved at a 14.3 °C temperature gradient across a thermoelectric device. Renewable Energy and the Environment Congress © 2013.