{"id":2219,"date":"2026-04-17T23:55:06","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T14:55:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.palccoat.com\/en\/?p=2219"},"modified":"2026-05-07T19:30:42","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T10:30:42","slug":"260417","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.palccoat.com\/en\/staff-blog\/260417\/","title":{"rendered":"The Expanding Photocatalyst Market"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Role of Photocatalysts in Building Materials and Environmental Applications<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPhotocatalytic technology has been attracting increasing global attention in recent years.\r\nWhile photocatalysts have already been put into practical use in the fields of building materials and environmental applications, new developments are also emerging in the energy sector.\r\nVarious market research reports indicate continued growth in the photocatalyst market, particularly in environmental and energy-related applications. In addition, research and demonstration projects related to hydrogen generation and other advanced technologies are progressing, further increasing interest in photocatalytic technology.\r\n\r\nAt present, the most widely established practical applications are in the building materials and environmental fields.\r\nTypical uses include antifouling coatings for exterior and interior surfaces, self-cleaning glass, suppression of mold and bacteria, and measures against odors and TVOCs in living environments.\r\n\r\nPhotocatalysts possess the ability to utilize light energy to act on organic substances attached to surfaces, promoting their decomposition, while also exhibiting hydrophilic properties on the treated surface.\r\nOne of the key differences between photocatalysts and conventional chemicals or temporary treatments is their ability to function continuously on the surface over time.
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How Far Has Photocatalytic Technology Advanced?<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u2014 The Difference Between Practical Applications and Research & Development \u2014\r\n\r\nPhotocatalytic technology has been attracting increasing global attention in recent years.\r\nWhile photocatalysts are already widely utilized in building materials and environmental applications, new applications in the energy sector are also being actively researched and developed.\r\nMarket research indicates continued growth in the photocatalyst industry, with expanding applications and increasing attention worldwide.\r\n\"\"\r\n
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Photocatalysts in Research and Development (Academic Field)<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMany of the recent news reports regarding photocatalysts are related to the energy sector.\r\nExamples include research into:\r\n\u201ctechnologies for generating hydrogen by splitting water,\u201d<\/a>\r\n\u201ctechnologies for converting CO\u2082 into fuel,\u201d and\r\n\u201cthe practical application of artificial photosynthesis.\u201d\r\n\r\nIn these fields, photocatalysts are treated as\r\n\u201cmaterials capable of generating energy.\u201d\r\n\r\nUniversities and research institutions are actively studying reaction mechanisms and efficiency improvements, with expectations that these technologies may contribute to solving future energy challenges.\r\n\"\"\r\n
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Photocatalysts in Practical Applications (Construction and Environmental Fields)<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nOn the other hand, photocatalysts are already widely used in practical applications within the building materials and environmental sectors.\r\n\r\nTypical applications include:
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