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Future perspectives in green hydrogen production by catalyzed sono-photolysis of water
Ultrasound-induced cavitation and dispersed photocatalysts synergistically decompose water into hydrogen, offering higher efficiency. Reasons and future research avenues are explored.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 3001-3014
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00277F
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To flow or not to flow. A perspective on large-scale stationary electrochemical energy storage
Schematic comparative diagram of the stages involved in moving from compact solid electrode materials to dilute nanofluids and RFB solutions.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 5473-5482
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00955F
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Electrochemical CO2 conversion technologies: state-of-the-art and future perspectives
The current status and prospects of six routes to electrochemically convert CO2 into different products are investigated. The study includes for each of these routes an analysis of the costs and of the emissions related to electricity use.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 5445-5472
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00775H
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Current state of biogas and biomethane production and its implications for Spain
In Spain, biomethane is emerging as one of the great keys, not only for the transformation of the energy mix in the short term, but also to advance towards the decarbonisation of the economy.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 3584-3602
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00419H
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What is necessary to fill the technological gap to design sustainable dye-sensitized solar cells?
Analysis of properties and data – both known and missing – related to materials selection, life cycle assessment, and end-of-life reuse and recycling options for device components to achieve a sustainable design of dye-sensitized solar cells.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 916-927
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01447E
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The role of selective contacts and built-in field for charge separation and transport in photoelectrochemical devices
The principal driving force for charge carrier separation in a PEC cell is given by the QFL gradients. Upon illumination the E-field is reduced by the amount of photovoltage delivered. Selective contacts are thus decisive for device performance.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 3701-3716
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE00562J
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On the climate impacts of blue hydrogen production
Natural gas based hydrogen production with carbon capture and storage is referred to as blue hydrogen.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 66-75
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE01508G
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Recycling bread waste into chemical building blocks using a circular biorefining approach
Food waste is a global problem, causing significant environmental harm and resulting in substantial economic losses globally.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2021,5, 4842-4849
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE00575H
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Recent trends in graphene supercapacitors: from large area to microsupercapacitors
In this perspective, the recent trends in graphene supercapacitor research are shown, from the use of pseudocapacitor elements to enhance the performance of large-area electrodes, to its miniaturization driven by versatile fabrication techniques.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2021,5, 1235-1254
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0SE01849J
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Organic semiconductor nanoparticles for visible-light-driven CO2 conversion
We present an experimental proof-of-concept study of organic semiconductor nanoparticles (NPs) for visible-light-driven carbon dioxide (CO2) conversion.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2423-2430
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00196F
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Improved photocatalytic carbon dioxide reduction over Bi-doped CeO2 by strain engineering
By creating surface vacancy-dopant-mediated solid frustrated Lewis pairs, efficient photochemical conversion of CO2 to formic acid is achieved on Bi-doped CeO2 in the presence of strain, which is investigated by using density functional theory.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1405-1411
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01680C
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From brew to clean fuel: harnessing distillery wastewater for electrolysis H2 generation using nano scale nickle selenide water oxidation catalysts
This study unveils a promising and innovative strategy for electrochemical green H2 generation utilizing distillery industry wastewater. Investigating simultaneous electrochemical processes, it offers a sustainable solution for wastewater treatment and energy production.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 192-201
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01445B
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Methane synthesis from CO2 and H2O using electrochemical cells with polymer electrolyte membranes and Ru catalysts at around 120 °C: a comparative study to a phosphate-based electrolyte cell
A polymer-electrolyte electrochemical cell, equipped with a Ru/ZrO2 catalyst at 120 °C, converts CO2 and H2O into CH4 and O2 with a current efficiency of 85%.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 5336-5341
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00985H
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Core–shell Fe3O4@CoFe2O4 nanoparticles as high-performance anode catalysts for enhanced oxygen evolution reaction
Core–shell transition metal oxide nanoparticles as efficent material for water electrolysis.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 3239-3243
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00130J
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The role of A-site composition in the photostability of tin–lead perovskite solar cells
The content of methylammonium dominates the photostability of tin–lead perovskite solar cells.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 4605-4613
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE00663D
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Simultaneous non-invasive gas analysis in artificial photosynthesis reactions using rotational Raman spectroscopy
A new instrument for gas analysis in artificial photosynthesis reactions is presented. The device uses rotational Raman spectroscopy to analyse multiple gases (H2, O2, N2, CO, CO2) simultaneously, non-invasively and with short analysis times (15 s).
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 4388-4392
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01119K
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Mediator-free NADH photochemical regeneration with the aid of the amino acid L-cysteine
An aged Ru complex has been successfully employed for the photochemical monoreduction of NAD+ achieving mediator-free NADH formation with the only aid of L-cysteine and visible light.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 4393-4397
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01045C
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The many greenhouse gas footprints of green hydrogen
This communication shows how green hydrogen's climate footprint and performance against alternatives depends on electricity source and accounting choices.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 4383-4387
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE00444E
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Operando isotope selective ammonia quantification in nitrogen reduction studies via gas chromatography-mass spectrometry
Direct, fast and sensitive isotopic ammonia detection is key to accessing reliable NRR experiments and accelerate catalyst screening. We develop a GC-MS method to detect NH3 down to 1 ppm in the gas phase, in real-time and without external manipulation.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 1945-1949
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE00123C
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In situ formation of a molecular cobalt(III)/AgCl photocatalyst for visible-light water oxidation
A unique photocatalyst that consists of a molecular Co(III) species and wide-bandgap AgCl is presented. Even without a physical connection between the two components, the Co(III)/AgCl photocatalyst showed water oxidation activity under visible light.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2021,5, 5694-5698
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE01075A
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Separating bulk and surface processes in NiOx electrocatalysts for water oxidation
Nickel oxyhydroxide electrocatalysts are highly active for water oxidation and swell when electrochemically activated. In this thickness dependence study, we find only the upper surface (<5 nm) is active during water oxidation catalysis.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2020,4, 5024-5030
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0SE00977F
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Parameter optimisation for electrochemically activated MoTe2
Revealing the optimal parameters responsible for a dramatic in operando reduction of the overpotential in a 2D metal chalcogenide electrocatalyst for the hydrogen evolution reaction.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2020,4, 4473-4477
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0SE00684J
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Increased hydrogen partial pressure suppresses and reverses hydrogen evolution during Pd catalysed electrolysis of CO2
Control over selectivity towards HCOO− rather than H2 is acquired by using elevated pressure of hydrogen during CO2 electrolysis.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2020,4, 4459-4463
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0SE00731E
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Polymer reinforced carbon fiber interfaces for high energy density structural lithium-ion batteries
Interface engineering enables a practical multifunctional advantage in a structural battery.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2020,4, 2661-2668
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0SE00263A
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Hidden figures of photo-charging: a thermo-electrochemical approach for a solar-rechargeable redox flow cell system
Achieving high current densities without thermal performance degradation at high temperatures is one of the main challenges for enhancing the competitiveness of photo-electrochemical energy storage systems.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2020,4, 2650-2655
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0SE00348D
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Tuning 2D perovskite–graphene layered composite for photocatalysis
This study demonstrates the photocatalytic performance of perovskite nanosheets on reduced graphene oxide depends critically on A-site lanthanide cations, which gives structural tuning of this nanocomposite for H2 generation.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 3362-3371
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00630E
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Catalytic hydrodeoxygenation of benzoic acid as a bio-oil model compound: reaction and kinetics using nickel-supported catalysts
The development of technologies for the bio-oil upgrading process is a crucial step towards achieving sustainable energy production.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 3347-3361
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00589A
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Thermo-oxidative aging of linear and branched alcohols as stability criterion for their use as e-fuels
This paper contributes to the solution of the energy crisis by investigating the stability of alcohols as e-fuels. The focus is on the investigation of the aging mechanism of 1-hexanol and 1-octanol compared to the 2-hexanol.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 3329-3340
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00400K
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Solvent processing for improved separation of hydrothermal liquefaction products
Solvent extraction and separation of HTL products using naphtha range hydrocarbons was studied with the aim of decreasing operational hazards while improving scalability, reliability, and yields.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 3279-3289
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00516C
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A zero-gap silicon membrane with defined pore size and porosity for alkaline electrolysis
Stable porous silicon based separators for alkaline water electrolysis with micron-sized cylindrical pores and low area resistance.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 3296-3303
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00515E
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Carbon corrosion in low-temperature CO2 electrolysis systems
Mitigation of carbon corrosion, or the use of non-carbon based anodes, is required to achieve the necessary durability for industrial CO2 electrolysis.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 3266-3278
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00594E
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Hydrothermal liquefaction integrated with wastewater treatment plants – life cycle assessment and technoeconomic analysis of process system options
GHG emission savings and production costs of biofuels via Hydrothermal Liquefaction (HTL) of sewage sludge present a potential degree of competitiveness.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 3438-3451
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01211E
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Improving the photoelectrocatalytic efficiency of CuWO4 through molybdenum for tungsten substitution and coupling with BiVO4
IMPS analysis demonstrates the improved charge separation in CuW0.5Mo0.5O4 compared to CuWO4, which is further enhanced upon coupling with BiVO4.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 3182-3191
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00161C
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Mg-modified graphitic carbon nitride/converter slag composites as an efficient photocatalyst for sugar conversion
The Mg–CN/CS heterostructure photocatalyst exhibits high photocatalytic production of lactic acid from biomass-derived saccharides under visible-light irradiation due to the efficient separation of photogenerated charge carriers.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 3065-3076
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00209A
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The value of ammonia towards integrated power and heat system decarbonisation
Accomplishing Net Zero by 2050 warrants deep decarbonisation pathways that incorporate dense energy carriers, like hydrogen or ammonia, which enable inter-seasonal energy storage and can lead to cost-effective CO2 abatement in heat & power sectors.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2914-2940
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00449C
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Surface modification of mesostructured cellular foam to enhance hydrogen storage in binary THF/H2 clathrate hydrate
Solid-state tuning of a mesostructured cellular foam (MCF) enhances hydrogen storage in clathrate hydrates. Grafting of promoter-like molecules (e.g., tetrahydrofuran) at the internal surface of the MCF improved the kinetics of formation of binary H2-THF clathrate hydrate.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2824-2838
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00114A
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Enhanced electrochemical discharge of Li-ion batteries for safe recycling
The safe recycling of spent LIBs is challenging, as they often contain residual energy. Left untreated, this can trigger a thermal runaway and result in disaster during the recycling process. Electrochemical discharge method is an easy and inexpensive method to eliminate this hazard.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2777-2788
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00125G
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Sheet-like ZnCo2O4 microspheres and pomelo peel waste-derived activated carbon for high performance solid state asymmetric supercapacitors
This study reports a novel asymmetric supercapacitor based on zinc cobalt oxide (ZnCo2O4) as positive electrode and pomelo peel-based activated carbon (PPAC-4) as negative electrode with hydroxyethyl cellulose/potassium hydroxide gel electrolyte.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2751-2761
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00182F
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First-principles evaluation of MnO2 polymorphs as cathode material in lithium-ion batteries
MnO2 polymorphs show distinct advantages and disadvantages when used as cathode material for Li-ion batteries (LIBs).
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2718-2729
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00279B
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Equivalent circuit models for predicting electrical and gas output characteristics of CO2 electrolysis cells
An equivalent circuit model for a CO2 electrolysis cell producing CO and H2 is proposed, taking into account that the CO2 input and the transfer of both carbonate and hydrogen carbonate ions limit the CO partial current density.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2649-2658
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01709E
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Heterogeneous preferences for living in a hydrogen home: an advanced multigroup analysis
Safety, technological, economic, and environmental perspectives will shape the social acceptability of deploying hydrogen heating and cooking appliances for the residential sector.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2601-2648
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00392F
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One-pot reductive liquefaction of sawdust to renewables over MoOx–Al2O3 variants: insight into structure–activity relationships
Mo-species (Mo+5) formed over alumina surface promotes depolymerization and hydrodeoxygenation simultaneously in one-pot reductive liquefaction of sawdust.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2668-2681
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01539D
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2-Methylfuran from pinewood by molten-salt hydropyrolysis and catalytic hydrogenation of the furfural intermediate
Sustainable additive fuel production (2-methylfuran) from biomass hydropyrolysis in molten salts and catalytic upgrading from a fresh integrated perspective.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2704-2717
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00106K
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Barium-doped iron nanoparticles supported on MgO as an efficient catalyst for ammonia synthesis under mild reaction conditions
A Ba-doped Fe/MgO catalyst pre-reduced at 700 °C, much higher than that of conventional Fe catalysts, forms an Fe0-core and BaO-shell structure. This enhances ammonia synthesis activity due to electron donation from BaO to N2via Fe0.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2593-2600
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00411F
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A light-driven photosynthetic microbial fuel cell for carbon-negative bioelectricity production
A photosynthetic microbial fuel cell produces higher power density and simultaneously reuptakes CO2 produced from organic decomposition.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2476-2484
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01487H
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Operando X-ray absorption spectroscopy of Fe–N–C catalysts based on carbon black and biomass-derived support materials for the ORR
Novel biomass based Fe–N–C catalysts exhibit a higher density of FeNx type sites with different redox characteristics compared to carbon black based Fe–N–Cs. These different characteristics are influenced by heteroatom doping and undercoordination.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2309-2320
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00342J
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Investigation on the coordination between methylpyridine additives and the [Cu(dmp)2]2+/+ redox couple and its improvement towards the stability of the dye-sensitized solar cells
The position of the methyl group in methylpyridine derivatives plays an important role in the copper(II) coordination mechanism and their electrochemical properties relate to the regeneration process of [Cu(dmp)2]2+ at the counter electrode/electrolyte interfaces.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2256-2264
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00983A
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Engineering 2D nickel boride/borate amorphous/amorphous heterostructures for electrocatalytic water splitting and magnetism
Engineering nickel boride/borate amorphous/amorphous heterostructures using a simple one-pot chemical reduction method.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2125-2137
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00095A
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Comparing a covalently linked BODIPY–pyrene system versus the corresponding physical mixture as chromophores in luminescent solar concentrators
Using antenna systems displaying energy transfer processes can be a valuable option to boost the performances of the luminescent solar concentrators. In this context, the selection of the appropriate energy donor plays a crucial role.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2235-2244
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00329B
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Efficient hydrogen evolution from water over a thin film photocathode composed of solid solutions with a composition gradient of ZnTe and CdTe
Photocathode composed of solid solutions with a composition gradient of ZnTe and CdTe shows significantly enhanced solar hydrogen evolution from water over bilayer and/or monolayer photocathodes.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2210-2218
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00067F
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Reaction kinetics for ammonia synthesis using ruthenium and iron based catalysts under low temperature and pressure conditions
Reaction kinetics for the synthesis of NH3 from renewable H2 under mild reaction conditions.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2245-2255
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00254G
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Engineering of the perovskite/electron-transporting layer interface with transition metal chalcogenides for improving the performance of inverted perovskite solar cells
Representative 2D transition metal chalcogenides (InSe, SnS2, MoSe2) were placed at the perovskite/ETL interface in inverted perovskite solar cells to improve performance and stability.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2180-2190
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00212A
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Coupling the high-temperature Fischer–Tropsch synthesis and the skeletal isomerization reaction at optimal operation conditions in the Power-to-Fuels process route for the production of sustainable aviation gasoline
Power-to-Fuels route for the production of aviation gasoline: stable operation of the coupled high-temperature Fischer–Tropsch synthesis and the skeletal isomerization reaction, at optimal operating conditions respectively.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2094-2103
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01351K
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Methyl ketones: a comprehensive study of a novel biofuel
Biotechnologically produced methyl ketones can be a sustainable, safe, and less toxic biofuel candidate with efficient and clean combustion properties and compatibility with the fuel infrastructure.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2059-2072
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00035H
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Air-stable iron phosphide catalysts for electric field-assisted low-temperature ammonia synthesis
Catalytic reactions in an electric field for ammonia synthesis.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 2087-2093
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00109E
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A sustainable aviation fuel pathway from biomass: life cycle environmental and cost evaluation for dimethylcyclooctane jet fuel
Biomass is a promising renewable feedstock for conversion to high performance sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions in air travel.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1924-1935
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01470C
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Sequential proton coupled electron transfer events from a tetraruthenium polyoxometalate in photochemical water oxidation
The tetraruthenium polyoxometalate Ru4POM shows sequential oxidative proton coupled electron transfer (PCET) events in a [Ru(bpy)3]2+/S2O82− photochemical cycle for catalytic water oxidation, reaching quantum efficiency approaching 14%.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1944-1952
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00146J
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Identifying key environmental objectives for integrated process and fuel design
This work identifies key environmental objectives from life cycle assessment for integrated process and fuel design of spark-ignition engine fuels.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1966-1982
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01602A
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A highly durable catalyst system for hydrogen production from dimethyl ether
This paper describes a highly stable and selective catalyst mixture of γ-Al2O3 and In2O3/ZrO2 for hydrogen production from dimethyl ether.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1740-1749
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00059E
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Active site exploration of core–corona structured bifunctional cobalt ferrite-containing nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes for rechargeable zinc–air battery application
Synthesis of core–corona structured porous carbon materials from CoFe2O4 and ZIF-8 precursor and its application as air electrode in zinc–air batteries.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1761-1768
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00084F
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Synergy of nanocrystalline carbon nitride with Cu single atom catalyst leads to selective photocatalytic reduction of CO2 to methanol
Synergistic magic: copper single atom and nanocrystalline carbon nitride for selective CO2 to methanol conversion.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1691-1703
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SE00028E
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Solid acid catalyzed esterification of dicyclopentadiene with organic acids to bio-based functional monomers
Here, we report the synthesis of new functional monomers of dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) by esterification with carboxylic acids that can be derived from biomass.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1788-1792
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01019H
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Cobalt-based metal–organic framework for desulfurization of thiophene as a model fuel
Increased energy consumption from continued economic expansion generates environmental challenges and health hazards from burning fuel containing sulfur compounds. We explore the effectiveness of a cobalt-based MOF, BITSH-1, as an adsorbent to remove thiophene from model fuel.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1679-1690
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01140B
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Long-term performance of hydrogen-bromine flow batteries using single-layered and multi-layered wire-electrospun SPEEK/PFSA/PVDF membranes
The wire-electrospun layer arrangement and composition of dense SPEEK/PFSA/PVDF membranes for long-term hydrogen-bromine flow battery operation is investigated to ensure durable performance with <50% PFSA utilization and ≤60 μm membrane thickness.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1549-1565
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01670F
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Enhanced photoelectrochemical hydrogen production via linked BiVO4 nanoparticles on anodic WO3 nanocoral structures
In this study, heterostructured BiVO4/WO3 with linked BiVO4 nanoparticles and anodic WO3 nanocorals was fabricated. This heterostructure shows enhanced photoelectrochemical performances, especially, in H2 production.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1448-1456
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01545A
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Enhancing the stability of photocatalytic systems for hydrogen evolution in water by using a tris-phenyl-phenanthroline sulfonate ruthenium photosensitizer
Using the water-soluble Ru-tris-phenyl phenanthroline sulfonate photosensitizer versus regular Ru-tris-bipyridine improves the efficiency of H2 production in water.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1457-1472
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01556D
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Na-ion dynamics in the solid solution NaxCa1−xCr2O4 studied by muon spin rotation and neutron diffraction
Thermally activated Na diffusion mechanism in the honeycomb-like 1D channels of the solid solution NaxCa1−xCr2O4.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1424-1437
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01097J
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A comparative techno-economic assessment of blue, green, and hybrid ammonia production in the United States
Low-carbon ammonia competitive with conventional process with policy support. Novel hybrid processes and biomethane integration can offer additional benefits.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1495-1508
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01421E
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Early-stage performance change of gas diffusion electrodes for CO2 electroreduction to formate
Gas diffusion electrodes used for CO2 electroreduction to formate are still inadequate regarding lifetime and stability. Here catalyst agglomeration and loss of hydrophobicity were identified as reasons for early-stage performance changes.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1483-1494
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01347B
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Co-catalyst design to control charge transfer and product composition for photocatalytic H2 production and biomass reforming
Pt co-catalyst results in strong H2 evolution and piece-by-piece peeling of xylose; Ag co-catalyst results in cleavage of C2–C3 bond.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 1412-1423
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01544K
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