Abstract: Since metal-organic frameworks were firstly suggested and developed as highly porous materials, zeolitic imidazolate framework (ZIF) derived carbons have been considered as promising materials for energy con-version/storage applications. In particular, ZIF-derived carbons are among the most feasible media in which to store metallic lithium (Li) to create a practical lithium-ion battery anode, because of their large pore volume and easily adjustable properties. With this background, we suggest that the electrochemical performance of this Li-metal storage medium can be maximized by controlling the properties of ZIF-derived carbon. Finally, we discuss perspectives on future Li-metal anode research.

Key words: lithium-metal anode, metal-organic frameworks, porous carbon, zeolitic imidazolate frameworks