Electrochemical carbon capture and electrochemical conversion of atmospheric molecules (CO2, O2, H2O, N2) into fuels and chemicals represents a green and alternative route compared to traditional carbon capture and chemical manufacturing approaches. This talk will review several years of academic research and development of cutting-edge electrochemical technologies, ranging from point source carbon capture, direct air capture and carbon conversion to value-added chemicals and clean hydrogen manufacturing. We would like to share, from academic research’s perspective, how we can work together to accelerate the innovation and commercialization process in the field of electrochemistry.