Electro-Fenton-Based Membrane System for Organic Micropollutant Removal: New Trend and Prospect

Electro-Fenton-based membrane (EFM) technologies are promising for removing micropollutants in wastewater bearing several benefits such as minimized chemical input, accelerated reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation, and improved ROS utilization efficiency, thanks to the enhanced mass transfer and effectively enlarged electroactive area. However, the complex mechanism and synergies between electro-Fenton reactions and membrane confinement remain unclear; gaining such information would be much beneficial for rational catalyst/membrane design, system optimization, and further application in actual water conditions. In this Perspective, we systematically describe the membrane compositions, multiple reaction pathways, and advances in EFM systems. Then, we proposed some promising hybrid systems that exhibit great synergies in maximizing purification efficiency. Finally, this perspective provides a roadmap for the future development of EFM systems with low cost and high efficiency by outlining the advanced membrane material design, coupling processes, and integrated device design.