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Against this backdrop, Cu clusters supported on defective graphene (Cun@GR, where n = 5, 6) function as two-dimensional nanocatalysts, demonstrating exceptional catalytic activity in the electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2RR). A comprehensive investigation into the catalytic properties of these materials has been undertaken using density functional theory (DFT) calculations. By tailoring the configuration of Cun@GR, specific reduction products such as CH4 and CH3OH can be selectively produced. The product selectivity is quantitatively analyzed through free energy calculations. Remarkably, the Cu5@GR catalyst enables the electrochemical reduction of CO2 to CH4 with a significantly low overpotential of \u22120.31 eV. Furthermore, the overpotential of the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) is higher than that of the conversion of CO2 to CH4; hence, the HER is unlikely to interfere and impede the efficiency of CH4 production. 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