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Unifying electrolyte formulation and electrode nanoconfinement design to enable new ion–solvent cointercalation chemistries
Cointercalation reactions, of particular interest for emerging battery cell chemistries, are more effectively controlled when matching electrolyte formulation with nanoconfinement properties within the interlayer space of host materials.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2100-2116
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE04350A
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Vapor phase deposition of perovskite photovoltaics: short track to commercialization?
While perovskite-based photovoltaics is progressing toward commercialization, it remains an open question which fabrication technology – solution-based, vapor-based, or combinations – will pave the way to faster economic breakthrough.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 1645-1663
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03273F
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Carbon accounting without life cycle analysis
Carbon accounting without life cycle analysis (LCA) is possible by requiring one ton of sequestration for each extracted ton of carbon. A carbon takeback obligation eliminates the need to track carbon through the supply chain.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2023,16, 4968-4982
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE01138K
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Making the connections: physical and electric interactions in biohybrid photosynthetic systems
Biohybrid systems of synthetic materials and microorganisms can be obtained using a range of assembly strategies based on their interactions. This influences charge transfer between the components and their efficiency for solar fuels generation.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2023,16, 4305-4319
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE01265D
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A roadmap for achieving scalable, safe, and low-cost direct air carbon capture and storage
A roadmap that delineates the major hurdles and essential RD&D actions to enable large-scale DACCS deployment.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2023,16, 4280-4304
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE01008B
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Circular economy for perovskite solar cells – drivers, progress and challenges
We examine drivers and benefits of adopting circular economy practices for perovskite solar cells (PSCs), a promising low-cost PV technology, identifying key challenges and reviewing research progress towards achieving a circular economy for PSCs.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2023,16, 3711-3733
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE00841J
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A perspective on the role of anions in highly concentrated aqueous electrolytes
Highly concentrated (water-in-salt) electrolytes possess peculiar ionic interactions, solvation structure, ion transport, capability to form an SEI, etc. This perspective discusses the role of the salt anion on such properties.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2023,16, 1480-1501
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2EE03682G
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Essential data for industrially relevant development of bifunctional cathodes and biopolymer electrolytes in solid-state zinc–air secondary batteries
The development of bio-based gel polymer electrolytes and bifunctional cathodes with no/less CRM-based catalysts is urgently required for ZABs to push sustainability for full cell design and validation by adopting correct protocols and metrics.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2022,15, 5039-5058
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2EE02421G
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Determining overpotentials for the oxidation of alcohols by molecular electrocatalysts in non-aqueous solvents
Overpotentials are assessed for electrocatalytic oxidation of alcohols using molecular complexes in organic solvents. This work enables meaningful comparison of electrocatalysts across solvents and conditions to establish essential design criteria.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2022,15, 4015-4024
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2EE01458K
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Perspective on the hydrogen economy as a pathway to reach net-zero CO2 emissions in Europe
The envisioned role of hydrogen in the energy transition – or the concept of a hydrogen economy – has varied through the years.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2022,15, 1034-1077
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1EE02118D
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Electrocatalytic CO2 reduction: role of the cross-talk at nano-carbon interfaces
CO2RR is enhanced by the unique role of carbon nanostructures cooperating with metal and metal-oxide active phases to leverage charge transfer, reagent diffusion and structural stability, regulating a successful asset of interfacial interactions.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2021,14, 5816-5833
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1EE00228G
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Addressing energy storage needs at lower cost via on-site thermal energy storage in buildings
Energy storage needs to support commercial and residential buildings in the U.S. in 2050 for various 100% renewable energy scenarios.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2021,14, 5315-5329
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1EE01992A
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Strategies towards enabling lithium metal in batteries: interphases and electrodes
Perspective on recent improvements in experiment and theory towards realizing lithium metal electrodes with liquid electrolytes.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2021,14, 5289-5314
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1EE00767J
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Towards circular carbo-chemicals – the metamorphosis of petrochemicals
The petrochemical industry must transition into a circular carbo-chemical industry to respond to three main challenges: shifting hydrocarbon stock, climate change and circular economy.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2021,14, 4358-4376
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1EE00532D
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Durability of anion exchange membrane water electrolyzers
Understanding the durability-limiting factors of anion exchange membrane water electrolyzers operating under pure water-, KOH- and K2CO3-fed conditions.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2021,14, 3393-3419
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE04086J
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Enabling large-scale hydrogen storage in porous media – the scientific challenges
This article identifies and discusses the scientific challenges of hydrogen storage in porous media for safe and efficient large-scale energy storage to enable a global hydrogen economy.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2021,14, 853-864
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE03536J
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Durability challenges of anion exchange membrane fuel cells
This perspective provides information on durability challenges and future actions of anion exchange membrane fuel cells.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 2805-2838
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE01133A
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Challenges and opportunities for an efficiency boost of next generation Cu(In,Ga)Se2 solar cells: prospects for a paradigm shift
A perspective on some strategies to trigger new developments for the next generation of Cu(In,Ga)Se2 solar cells is presented.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 2047-2055
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE00834F
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The relative insignificance of advanced materials in enhancing the energy efficiency of desalination technologies
We reveal the insignificance of advanced materials in further enhancing the energy efficiency of desalination and suggest more impactful approaches.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 1694-1710
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE00341G
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Chemical looping beyond combustion – a perspective
Facilitated by redox catalysts capable of catalytic reactions and reactive separation, chemical looping offers exciting opportunities for intensified chemical production.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 772-804
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9EE03793D
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Utilizing three-terminal, interdigitated back contact Si solar cells as a platform to study the durability of photoelectrodes for solar fuel production
Demonstration of a new three-terminal semiconductor photoabsorber architecture for photoelectrochemical fuel production that enables protection of the semiconductor in the dark.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3329-3337
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE00349G
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Reactivation of chromia poisoned oxygen exchange kinetics in mixed conducting solid oxide fuel cell electrodes by serial infiltration of lithia
The ability to recover the oxygen reduction reaction of poisoned metal oxide surfaces, central to many energy related applications, is demonstrated by controlling relative surface acidity.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2022,15, 4038-4047
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1EE03975J
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Unraveling the varied nature and roles of defects in hybrid halide perovskites with time-resolved photoemission electron microscopy
Hybrid halide perovskites are found to contain multiple types of nanoscale defects that play varied roles in charge trapping – from highly detrimental to relatively benign.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2021,14, 6320-6328
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1EE02055B
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A new material discovery platform of stable layered oxide cathodes for K-ion batteries
A new materials discovery platform based on combined machine learning (ML) and density functional theory (DFT) for screening and experimental validation is proposed for designing a stable KxMnO2 cathode in K-ion batteries.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2021,14, 5864-5874
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1EE01136G
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Efficiency gains for thermally coupled solar hydrogen production in extreme cold
We analyse the potential of solar hydrogen production in remote and cold world regions such as Antarctica and quantify the efficiency benefits of thermal coupling.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2021,14, 4410-4417
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1EE00650A
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Ligand-bridged charge extraction and enhanced quantum efficiency enable efficient n–i–p perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells
27%-efficient perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells are achieved in n–i–p configuration by developing novel electron and hole selective contacts, which combine high broadband transparency with efficient charge extraction.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2021,14, 4377-4390
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1EE01206A
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22.8%-Efficient single-crystal mixed-cation inverted perovskite solar cells with a near-optimal bandgap
A mixed-cation single-crystal lead-halide perovskite absorber layer was utilized to construct 22.8%-efficient solar cells with an expanded near infrared response that approaches the ideal bandgap range (1.1–1.4 eV) for single-junction solar cells.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2021,14, 2263-2268
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE03839C
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Solar-driven ionic power generation via a film of nanocellulose @ conductive metal–organic framework
The new technology of “solar-driven ionic power generation” based on ionic thermophoresis and electrokinetic effects could convert solar energy into electricity by using a film of nanocellulose @ conductive metal–organic framework.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2021,14, 900-905
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE02730H
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Low energy intensity production of fuel-grade bio-butanol enabled by membrane-based extraction
Innovative membrane-based extraction system tailoring affinity-driven separation enables continuous biodiesel production with high productivity and low energy consumption.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 4862-4871
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE02927K
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Expression of interfacial Seebeck coefficient through grain boundary engineering with multi-layer graphene nanoplatelets
Expression of energy filtering to boost thermoelectric performance through grain boundary engineering utilising graphene.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 4114-4121
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE02490B
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High carbonate ion conductance of a robust PiperION membrane allows industrial current density and conversion in a zero-gap carbon dioxide electrolyzer cell
A new anion exchange membrane (PiperION) in conjunction with a tailored zero-gap electrolyzer cell allows unprecedented partial current densities.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 4098-4105
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE02589E
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Understanding the nature of the passivation layer enabling reversible calcium plating
As for other multivalent systems, the interface between the calcium (Ca) metal anode and the electrolyte is of paramount importance for reversible plating/stripping.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 3423-3431
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE02347G
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Promoted oxygen reduction kinetics on nitrogen-doped hierarchically porous carbon by engineering proton-feeding centers
We demonstrate the important role of the water dissociation process in proton-feeding and enhancing ORR kinetics under an alkaline environment.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 2849-2855
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE01613F
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Exceptionally low charge trapping enables highly efficient organic bulk heterojunction solar cells
In this study, we investigate the underlying origin of the high performance of PM6:Y6 organic solar cells.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 2422-2430
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE01338B
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Photo-rechargeable zinc-ion batteries
This paper presents a zinc-ion battery that can be recharged directly by light without the need for a solar cell, which offers a new approach to balancing the unpredictable energy surpluses and deficits associated with solar energy.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 2414-2421
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE01392G
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Efficient direct seawater electrolysers using selective alkaline NiFe-LDH as OER catalyst in asymmetric electrolyte feeds
Increasing the performance of seawater electrolyser and enabling direct natural seawater feed by asymmetric electrolyte flow scheme.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 1725-1729
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE01125H
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Mg3(Bi,Sb)2 single crystals towards high thermoelectric performance
Ternary Mg3(Bi,Sb)2 single crystals showing high thermoelectric performance are for the first time grown by the Mg flux method.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 1717-1724
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0EE00838A
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Ultrahigh-efficiency desalination via a thermally-localized multistage solar still
Passive vapor generation systems combining interfacial solar heating and vaporization enthalpy recycling enable high-efficient low-cost desalination.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2020,13, 830-839
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9EE04122B
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Alleviating nanostructural phase impurities enhances the optoelectronic properties, device performance and stability of cesium-formamidinium metal–halide perovskites
The impact of the composition of the A-site cations on the intra-domain defect density in cesium-formamidinium perovskite formulations is modulated via alloying.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3832-3847
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE00901K
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Nearly all-active-material cathodes free of nickel and cobalt for Li-ion batteries
Mitigating electro-chemo-mechanical failures enables nearly all-active-material Ni- and Co-free disordered rock-salt cathodes for Li-ion batteries.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3753-3764
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE00551A
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Self-tandem catalysis of fast Mg2+ desolvation and sulfur conversions for ultrahigh-performance Mg–S batteries via serially-assembled atomic reactors
Serially-assembled train-like atomic reactors employed in long-conductive nanocarbons were initially designed to achieve fast interfacial Mg2+ desolvation kinetics for improving subsequent sulfur redox conversion kinetics.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3765-3775
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE04028C
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Reconfiguring European industry for net-zero: a qualitative review of hydrogen and carbon capture utilization and storage benefits and implementation challenges
This paper explores the benefits, barriers, and justice impacts of industrial decarbonization via hydrogen and carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS) via European industrial firms located in UK clusters.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3523-3569
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03270A
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Global production potential of green methanol based on variable renewable electricity
The production cost of green methanol from renewable electricity-based hydrogen and atmospheric carbon dioxide could reach market prices by 2040, making it a potential solution for defossilisation of the global chemical industry and marine transport.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3503-3522
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE02951D
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Tailoring cobalt spinel oxide with site-specific single atom incorporation for high-performance electrocatalysis
Ta5+ dopants tend to stabilize on the surface of Co3O4, significantly increasing the surface Co2+ species. This dopant-rich shell and the high density of surface Co2+ provide active and protective layers, resulting in high-performance in acidic OER.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3618-3628
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE00058G
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Integrated carbon capture and CO production from bicarbonates through bipolar membrane electrolysis
Bicarbonate electrolysis with integrated carbon capture (BE-ICC) enables direct conversion of a carbon capture solution.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3570-3579
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE00048J
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Ultra-high surface area ionic-liquid-derived carbons that meet both gravimetric and volumetric methane storage targets
Activation of N-rich and O-poor carbonised matter from ionic liquids yields ultraporous carbon (4000 m2 g−1 and 3.3 cm3 g−1) with high packing density that translates to methane uptake of up to 0.53 g g−1 and 289 cm3 (STP) cm−3 at 25 °C and 100 bar.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3060-3076
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03957A
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An effective descriptor for the screening of electrolyte additives toward the stabilization of Zn metal anodes
In this work, the authors proposed desolvation activation energy as a critical descriptor for the screening of electrolyte additives, establishing a correlation between polarization and desolvation activation energy.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3157-3167
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE00199K
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Reversible solid bromine complexation into Ti3C2Tx MXene carriers: a highly active electrode for bromine-based flow batteries with ultralow self-discharge
The robust and reversible solid bromine complexation effect was incorporated into electrodes, endowing bromine-based flow batteries with ultralow self-discharge.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3136-3145
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE00580E
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Multi-site catalysis of high-entropy hydroxides for sustainable electrooxidation of glucose to glucaric acid
Multi-site catalysis of high-entropy hydroxides for co-production of glucaric acid and ammonia.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3042-3051
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE00221K
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Environmental process optimisation of an adsorption-based direct air carbon capture and storage system
Since the goal of DACCS is CO2 removal, DACCS processes should be optimised using meaningful climate-benefit metrics such as carbon removal efficiency. We optimise a dynamic DACCS process model to fully exploit its carbon removal potential.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3004-3020
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE02970K
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Regulating electrode/electrolyte interfacial chemistry enables 4.6 V ultra-stable fast charging of commercial LiCoO2
A schematic diagram of the mechanism of our fluorinated “cocktail electrolyte” stabilizing electrode/electrolyte interfaces in 4.6 V LCO batteries.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 3021-3031
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE00676C
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Three-dimensional electrode characteristics and size/shape flexibility of coaxial-fibers bundled batteries
Coaxial-fibers bundled batteries in which the negative electrode made of carbon fibers, separator and positive electrode are formed in this order from the inside are proposed to be used as a framework and power source for the future applications.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2864-2878
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE00283K
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Towards standardized grid emission factors: methodological insights and best practices
Grid emission factors from official sources vary. Nine relevant aspects were identified and their influence quantified. The recommended set of aspects best represents emissions from grid electricity consumption.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2776-2786
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE04394K
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Strain and collapse during lithiation of layered transition metal oxides: a unified picture
Developing long-life, high-energy density materials such as the Ni-rich LiNixMnyCozO2 (NMCxyz) is needed to manufacture advanced Li-ion batteries.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2753-2764
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE04115H
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Ultrathin dense LiF coverage coupled with a near-surface gradient fluorination lattice enables fast-charging long-life 4.6 V LiCoO2
Schematic diagram of the fluorination interfacial reconstruction process and mechanism for stabilizing the cathode/electrolyte interface.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2765-2775
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03464J
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Triple-junction perovskite–perovskite–silicon solar cells with power conversion efficiency of 24.4%
Key advances on triple-junction perovskite–perovskite–Si solar cells with an unprecedented efficiency of 24.4% and enhanced long-term thermal stability are reported via the development of high-performance middle perovskite solar cell.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2800-2814
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03687A
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Unveiling the adsorption tendency of film-forming additives to enable fast-charging hard carbon anodes with regulated Li plating
By unveiling the adsorption tendency of EC and FEC additives on defective graphene surfaces and its impact on SEI formation, hard carbon anodes with efficient Li plating regulation can be achieved for fast-charging lithium-ion batteries.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2500-2511
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE00119B
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An ultrafast Na-ion battery chemistry through coupling sustainable organic electrodes with modulated aqueous electrolytes
Regulating the solvation sheath reorganization kinetics through electrolyte engineering can facilitate an unprecedented battery chemistry.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2480-2491
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE00367E
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Does trapped O2 form in the bulk of LiNiO2 during charging?
The charge storage mechanism in LiNiO2 in Li-ion batteries is still under debate. Here, we show that trapped O2 forms during delithiation in LiNiO2, accommodated by Ni vacancies, which form in the Ni layer.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2530-2540
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE04354A
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High-efficiency unbiased water splitting with photoanodes harnessing polycarbazole hole transport layers
The conformal heterojunction of a competent hole transport layer onto the nanoporous BiVO4 photoanode is highly challenging, despite its promise for unbiased photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2541-2553
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03353H
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Initiation of dendritic failure of LLZTO via sub-surface lithium deposition
Mg is used as the tracer element in the Li plating electrode to confirm that pure Li metal can plate in isolated pores near the solid electrolyte surface. This results in an internal pressure buildup and in the spallation of the LLZTO solid electrolyte, initiating the dendritic process.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2431-2440
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03916A
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Future environmental impacts of global hydrogen production
We quantified the life-cycle environmental impacts of H2 production at the regional and global levels for the first time.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2157-2172
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03875K
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Co-intercalation strategy for simultaneously boosting two-electron conversion and bulk stabilization of Mn-based cathodes in aqueous zinc-ion batteries
The proposed cathode, achieved by a cost-effective and scalable coating process, highlights the potential of simultaneously promoting surface reactivity while ensuring bulk stability for efficient high mass loading cathodes in zinc-ion batteries.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2287-2297
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE04492K
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Thermal battery cost scaling analysis: minimizing the cost per kW h
Thermal and cost-scaling analyses provide the tools to optimize the geometry of thermal batteries based on cost. Figures-of-merit comprised of storage material properties are derived as the quantities that should be maximized when different components dominate cost.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2206-2218
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03594H
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A nature-inspired solution for water management in flow fields for electrochemical devices
A nature-inspired solution for water management in flow fields for electrochemical devices.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2007-2017
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03666A
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Transition metal incorporation: electrochemical, structure, and chemical composition effects on nickel oxyhydroxide oxygen-evolution electrocatalysts
Trace metal cations dissolved in alkaline electrolytes incorporate into nickel hydroxide/oxyhydroxide through in situ cation exchange, creating an interstratified structure near the surface of the material that impacts the electrochemical performance.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2028-2045
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03617K
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Mitigating cathodic dissolution through interfacial water masking to enhance the longevity of aqueous zinc–ion batteries
Schematic illustration of interfacial water-masking agent (IWMA) strategy. Design of an IWMA to suppress the dissolution of V-based cathodes by specifically adsorbing on the interface, reconstructing hydrogen-bond networks, and regulating solvation structures.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2059-2068
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE04208A
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Role of Fe decoration on the oxygen evolving state of Co3O4 nanocatalysts
Electrocatalytic OER activity of Co3O4 is enhanced by Fe near-surface decoration with a more pronounced formation of Co–FeOx(OH)y reaction zones comprising distinct redox-active Fe3+ and Co2+ sites as shown by comprehensive operando studies.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 2046-2058
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE02809G
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Green ethylene production in the UK by 2035: a techno-economic assessment
A techno-economic analysis comparing thermocatalytic and electrocatalytic routes to green ethylene from air-captured CO2 and off-shore wind electricity.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 1931-1949
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03064D
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Influence of contouring the lithium metal/solid electrolyte interface on the critical current for dendrites
Efforts to avoid dendrites by increasing the interfacial surface area to lower local current densities are limited by significant local pressure accumulation associated with the topography of any surface contouring.
Energy Environ. Sci., 2024,17, 1448-1456
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3EE03322H
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