Lignocellulosic biomass-based materials: a promising resource for viable energy storage

Abstract

The focus and driving force behind the advancement of energy storage devices is the demand for the development of electrochemical energy storage systems using abundant, renewable, eco-friendly, and cost-effective materials. Lignocellulosic-based materials are attracting considerable attention in the energy storage industry because of their potential to serve as high-performance electrodes, electrolytes, separators, and binders for supercapacitors and batteries. The use of lignocellulose-based materials in devices presents numerous benefits, such as sustainability, biodegradability, environmental friendliness, and cost-effectiveness. The use of lignocellulosic biomass for the manufacture of materials for energy storage devices has been shown to improve their performance. The materials exhibit chemical, mechanical, and structural features that are suitable for meeting the demands of energy storage devices. The devices demonstrate enhanced capacities, greater energy and power densities, extended lifecycles, and enhanced safety. Lignocellulosic-based materials have shown great promise as electrodes, electrolytes, separators, and binders, working very well in all of these roles. The purpose of this critical review is to analyse the recent advancements in the field of lignocellulosic-based materials and their application in supercapacitors and batteries. The paper includes a brief examination of the several theoretical models used to describe lignocellulose-based materials. Lastly, this paper also includes an analysis of future prospects and the challenges that may arise.