A Mini-Review on Lanthanum–Nickel-Based Perovskite-Derived Catalysts for Hydrogen Production via the Dry Reforming of Methane (DRM)

Abstract

Given that the attempts to head toward a hydrogen economy are gathering pace, the dry reforming of methane (DRM) to produce hydrogen-rich syngas is a reaction that is worthy of investigation. Nickel-based catalysts have been extensively examined as a cost-effective solution for DRM, though they suffer from fast deactivation caused by coke accumulation. However, a number of published studies report high catalytic performance in terms of both activity and stability for La–Ni-based perovskite-derived catalysts used in DRM in comparison to other corresponding materials. In the work presented herein, a thorough analysis regarding the application of La–Ni-based perovskite catalysts for DRM is carried out. LaNiO3 is known for its anti-coking ability owing to the strong interaction between CO2 and La2O3. A further modification to improve the catalytic performance can be achieved by the partial or complete substitution of A or/and B sites of the perovskite catalysts. The latest developments with respect to this topic are also discussed in this manuscript. Even though the low surface area of perovskite catalysts has always been an obstacle for their commercialization, new supported and porous perovskite materials have recently emerged to address, at least partly, the challenge. Finally, conclusions and future outlooks for developing novel perovskite catalysts that may potentially pioneer new technology are included.