Abstract
Photocatalytic processes are playing an increasingly important role in sustainable chemical synthesis, offering more environmentally-friendly alternatives. However, they are often limited by poorly optimized operating conditions, particularly in terms of efficiency and sustainability. A promising approach to meeting these challenges lies in the control of catalytic interfaces, which play a key role in the reactivity and stability of photocatalytic systems.
By immobilizing soluble organic or organometallic photocatalysts on solid supports, it is possible to control these interfaces in a targeted way. This improves catalytic performance, enables the use of green solvents or no solvents at all, and facilitates catalyst recycling. By integrating these innovations into continuous flow systems, it becomes possible to combine optimization on a molecular scale with competitive processes on an industrial scale, paving the way for more sustainable and environmentally-friendly organic chemistry.
