Ultrastable Lead-Free CsAgCl2 Perovskite Microcrystals for Photocatalytic CO2 Reduction

Nowadays, there is much attention focusing on lead halide perovskite because of its admirable performances in optoelectronic applications. However, the notorious toxicity and long-term instability are two main factors limiting its widespread applications. The findings of this work demonstrate a facile synthesis process for novel lead-free CsAgCl2 perovskite microcrystals with no organic ligand involved. The fundamental properties of the CsAgCl2 microcrystals are revealed by applying temperature-dependent X-ray diffraction and photoluminescence measurements from 77 to 300 K. Furthermore, the CsAgCl2 microcrystals exhibit excellent air (60 days), thermal (100 degrees C), and light stability. Meanwhile, the CsAgCl2 microcrystals have shown exciting potential applications in the fields of photocatalysis and photoelectrochemistry.