Since the industrial
revolution, energy demand has increased, resulting
in an increase in the atmospheric carbon dioxide concentration. Increasing
CO2 concentration contributes to global warming and climate
change. Strategies to alleviate CO2 emissions by reducing
fossil fuel usage and replacing them with renewable energy sources
have been devised to resolve this issue. In addition, there are several
ways to reduce atmospheric CO2 concentrations including
capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS). Electrochemical conversion
of CO2 is a value-added approach to reducing carbon dioxide
emissions as well as producing valuable chemicals, feedstocks, and
building blocks. In this review, we report on the electrochemical
reduction of CO2 to alcohols and the progress made over
the past five years. Alcohols are critical liquid fuels with a higher
energy density, ease of storage, and transportation. Herein, we discuss
the possible mechanisms for converting CO2 to alcohols
and various electrocatalysts employed for this conversion. Detailed
studies compared the performances of the electrocatalysts based on
the faradaic efficiency, current density, product selectivity, and
stability. Furthermore, various types of electrochemical devices that
can be used for the conversion of CO2 to alcohol are also
discussed. Finally, the challenges and perspectives for further research
are presented.