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Three-dimensional flower-like NiO on Cu foam as a lithiophilic current collector for high-performance lithium metal batteries
Lithiophilic NiO with large surface area was grown on 3D copper foam by hydrothermal and post-annealing method. Flower-like NiO provides abundant active sites, which facilitates uniform deposition of lithium and effectively inhibit the growth of lithium dendrites.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 5492-5498
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01262J
Manganese carbonate as an efficient electrocatalyst for the conversion of ammonia (NH4+/NH3) to dinitrogen
Electrochemical deposition of Mn2(CO3)3 on Pd electrode for the oxidation of ammonia (AOR). The Mn2(CO3)3/Pd electrode in 0.5 M NH4OH & 1.0 M Na2CO3 shows high current density of 6.4 mA cm−2 at 1.16 V vs. NHE. The catalyst shows stable activity >4 h.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 4088-4093
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00681F
In situ growth of a heterojunction CdS/TiO2 nanofiber monolithic photocatalyst sheet for enhanced hydrogen evolution
A heterojunction CdS/TiO2 nanofiber monolithic photocatalyst sheet was developed via facile in situ hydrothermal growth on Ti foil. The photocatalyst sheet can greatly enhance photocatalytic H2 production.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 1371-1376
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01783K
Intermetallic molybdenum disilicide: a new, active, and stable cocatalyst for efficient solar hydrogen production
Intermetallic molybdenum disilicide (MoSi2) has been identified as a new, active, and stable cocatalyst for photocatalytic H2 evolution reactions in both dye-sensitized and semiconductor-based systems.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 629-635
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01610A
Solvent annealing for morphology control to realize high efficiency all-small-molecule organic solar cells
Morphology control of all-small-molecule (ASM) organic solar cells (OSCs) is crucial for improving their efficiencies.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 5256-5260
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01303G
In situ oxidative etching-enabled synthesis of hollow Cu2O nanocrystals for efficient CO2RR into C2+ products
The prepared hollow Cu2O nanocrystals via oxidative etching yield C2+ products with a faradaic efficiency of 75.9% and a C2+ partial current density of 0.54 A cm−2 ascribed to their defect-rich sites and abundant stepped facets.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 4860-4865
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01174C
BaTb0.3Fe0.7O3−δ: a new proton-conductor-derived cathode for proton-conducting solid oxide fuel cells
BaTb0.3Fe0.7O3−δ, a new proton-conductor-derived cathode, has been proposed as a cathode for proton-conducting solid oxide fuel cells with high performance.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 4375-4382
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE00849A
Colloidal platinum nanoparticles dispersed by polyvinylpyrrolidone and poly(diallyldimethylammonium chloride) with high catalytic activity for hydrogen production based on formate decomposition
Effective H2 production based on formate decomposition with colloidal platinum nanoparticles dispersed by polyvinylpyrrolidone and a cationic polymer, poly(diallyldimethylammonium chloride), is accomplished.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 3717-3721
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE00865C
A high-rate free-standing Na3V2(PO4)3 symmetric full cell for sodium-ion batteries
With the aid of an ether electrolyte, superior electrochemical performance of free-standing Na3V2(PO4)3 electrodes as the anode, cathode, and full cell is analyzed.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 2155-2159
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE00179A
Interfacial modification of Zn foil electrode with cationic surfactants enables efficient and selective CO production from CO2 electroreduction
The dynamic CTAB-modified electrode/electrolyte interface on Zn foil is effective to promote CO2 electroreduction to CO with enhanced Faradaic efficiency and current density.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 2149-2154
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE00344A
Efficient one-pot tandem catalysis of glucose into 1,1,2-trimethoxyethane over W-Beta catalysts
1,1,2-Trimethoxyethane was synthesized from glucose over W-Beta catalysts with a high yield of 54.2% through epimerization, RAC, acetalization, and etherfication processes.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 1051-1057
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE02048J
Electrochemical deposition of electronically rich Pt single atoms and nanocrystals on porous carbon for enhanced electrocatalysis in strong acids
Pt single atoms (SAs) and nanocrystals were deposited on a carbon nanoballoon support using an electrochemical cycling approach. The enhancement of ORR performance in acidic media was originated from electronic effect as well as ultrafine dispersion of Pt.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 1058-1062
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE01871J
Artificial foliage with remarkable quantum conversion efficiency in bicarbonate to formate
An efficient heterogeneous immobilized device for the photoreduction of bicarbonate to formate was achieved by a thin-film semiconductor with metallophthalocyanines.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2022,6, 267-270
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE01307F
Cubic MnSe2 microcubes enabling high-performance sulfur cathodes for lithium–sulfur batteries
The cycle performance and rate capability of sulfur cathodes are greatly enhanced by introducing cubic MnSe2 microcubes. The Shuttle effect is suppressed effectively by the adsorption between MnSe2 and polysulfide via binding of Se and S.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2021,5, 5699-5706
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE01263K
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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
Mo-doping allows high performance for a perovskite cathode applied in proton-conducting solid oxide fuel cells
The Mo-doping strategy allows the traditional Ba0.5Sr0.5Co0.8Fe0.2O3−δ (BSCF) cathode to show improvements in hydration ability, proton migration ability and chemical stability, leading to high performance of the fuel cell with good stability.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2021,5, 4261-4267
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE00876E
Improving the efficiency of electrokinetic conversion in nanofluidics with graphene-engineered surface
We demonstrate decoupling of the flow boundary and surface electrical charging with single-layer graphene, which promotes the energy efficiency of a streaming generator by a factor of 20–100.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2021,5, 3292-3297
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE00717C
An anode-free aqueous dual-ion battery
Herein, a novel anode-free aqueous dual-ion cell is developed with expanded graphite as cathode, inactive current collector as anode replacement and inorganic/organic hybrid zinc salts as electrolyte.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2021,5, 3298-3302
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE00377A
Study on photo-degradation of inverted organic solar cells caused by generation of potential barrier between PEDOT:PSS and PBDB-Ts
We investigated the photo-stability of PBDB-T, which is a widely used donor material for organic solar cells (OSCs), in OSCs. The OSCs based on PBDB-T did not show good stability, which can be originated in the dedoping of PEDOT:PSS by PBDB-T.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2021,5, 3092-3096
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE00395J
Photoelectrochemical concurrent hydrogen generation and heavy metal recovery from polluted acidic mine water
The feasibility of a solar-driven photoelectrochemical process to generate hydrogen fuel from metal mine polluted water while simultaneously recovering heavy metals has been explored.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2021,5, 3084-3091
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE00232E
Synergetic effects of DMA cation doping and Cl anion additives induced re-growth of MA1−xDMAxPbI3 perovskites
We report a dual-ion exchange and alloy method using DMACl to significantly improve the stability and performance of MAPbI3 perovskites.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2021,5, 2860-2864
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1SE00262G
Management of waste crustacean shells for the construction of a carbon-negative circulation model
Biochar and bioenergy for more beautiful blue Earth.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 717-728
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01218B
Dendrite-free deposition and side-reaction suppression of zinc anodes achieved via constructing synergistic interface buffer layers
Constructing a bifunctional buffer layer for the zinc anode (δ-MnO2@Zn) effectively adsorbs Zn2+ and reduces the bound water in Zn2+ solvent shell for uniform Zn deposition. The symmetric cell achieving a long cycle life of over 890 h at 1 mA cm−2.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 524-534
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01334K
Study on a direct hydrazine borane fuel cell based on an anion exchange membrane
The carbon-supported cobalt hydroxide (Co(OH)2–C–PPY) can catalyze N2H4BH3 to produce H2O and BO2−. Furthermore, the optimized anion exchange membrane-type direct hydrazine borane fuel cell achieves a high performance of 244 mW cm−2.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 241-248
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01401K
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An efficient particulate photocatalyst for overall water splitting based on scandium and magnesium co-doped strontium titanate
A high photocatalytic performance for overall water splitting was demonstrated over a photocatalyst based on a magnesium and scandium co-doped strontium titanate particle composed of a cubic shape having a nanosized step structure on the edge of the particle.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 202-209
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01408H
Heat-transfer enhancement and optimization design of a roadway with typical angles using field synergy theory
In underground excavation operations, an excavation path with a turning radius of 3.5 meters should be selected which has the best comprehensive performance.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2024,8, 225-240
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00989K
UiO-66(-NH2) crystal-decorated Cu7S4 snowflake-like nanoarchitectures with synergistic charge migration for enhanced photocatalytic H2 evolution and N2 fixation
The fabrication of template-free dendritic copper sulphide phase-coupled metal–organic framework (MOF) heterostructures is an innovative approach for boosting light harvesting property and efficacy towards the photoreduction of atmospheric molecules.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 5633-5647
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01215H
Self-assembled triple-conductive La2Ni1 − xCe2xO4+δ cathodes for proton-conducting solid oxide fuel cells
A novel composite cathode with triple conductivity and excellent stability is prepared for proton-conducting SOFCs using one-step combustion method. The dual phase composite cathode presents an excellent performance of 1516 mW cm−2 at 700 °C.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 5625-5632
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01345F
Modulating CsPbBr3 nanocrystals encapsulated in PCN-224(Zr) for boosting full-spectrum-driven CO2 reduction: S-scheme transfer, photothermal-synergistic effect, and DFT calculations
CsPbBr3@PCN-224(Zr) heterojunction exhibits enhanced full-spectrum-driven photocatalytic CO2RR activity promoted by S-scheme transfer and photothermal synergism with the highest CO yield and total electron consumption of 73.85 and 178.9 μmol g−1 h−1.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 5499-5512
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01029E
One-step molten-salt synthesis of adjustable composition molybdenum carbide-based electrocatalysts for hydrogen evolution in both acidic and alkaline media
Molybdenum carbide is deemed a potential electrode material for the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) under different pH condition electrolytes because of its unique metal-like electronic structure.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 5352-5360
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01038D
Constructing a CoO–CuOx heterostructure for efficient electrochemical reduction of nitrate to ammonia
Electrochemical nitrate reduction reaction represents a sustainable approach to produce NH3, yet developing efficient electrocatalysts to improve the sluggish reaction kinetics and the undesirable selectivity of NH3 is critical.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 5039-5045
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE01024D
An in situ formed lithiophilic Ni3S2@Ni current collector for stable lithium metal batteries
Attracting immense interest as a lithium storage material, lithium metal anodes boast the highest specific capacity of 3860 mA h g−1 and lowest redox potential of −3.04 V, compared to the standard hydrogen electrode, and sustainability.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 5029-5038
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00798G
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Porous silicon-nanowire-based electrode for the photoelectrocatalytic production of hydrogen
Building a porous photocathode for solar hydrogen production with earth-abundant materials: silicon nanowires to harvest light, molybdenum sulfide to turn protons into hydrogen.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 4864-4876
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00408B
Amorphous CoB layer cooperates with piezoelectric polarization to boost carrier separation of Bi2WO6 for efficient piezo-PEC performance
The presence of an amorphous CoB layer accelerates the charge transport and water oxidation kinetics, resulting in a greatly enhanced photocurrent.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 4877-4889
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00721A
Hydroxyl reduced silver nanoparticles on ultrathin boron imidazolate framework nanosheets for electrocatalytic CO2 reduction
A composite of Ag@BIF-73NSs obtained by loading Ag NPs on BIF nanosheets (BIF-73NSs) via the hydroxyl functional group can be used as an electrocatalyst for electroreduction of CO2 to CO with a FE close to 90%.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 4120-4126
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00587A
A phase-engineered nickel sulfide and phosphide (NiS–Ni2P) heterostructure for enhanced hydrogen evolution performance supported with DFT analysis
A phase-engineered synthesis of a nickel sulfide and phosphide heterostructure (NiS–Ni2P) was carried out through a simple hydrothermal treatment, and its electrocatalytic performance towards the hydrogen evolution reaction was explored.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 4110-4119
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00685A
Ni/Co in and on CeO2: a comparative study on the dry reforming reaction
Sketch for the mechanism on the basis of transient studies of methane decomposition and the CO2 reaction with deposited carbon after CH4 decomposition on Co-substituted CeO2.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 3853-3870
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00649B
Insights into structure–activity relationships in efficient silica-supported Ni catalysts for selective hydrogenation of levulinic acid
Upgrading biomass-derived levulinic acid (LA) with greater carbonyl (CO) group activation is crucial in converting biomass and its derivatives into valuable biochemicals and biofuels.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 3609-3624
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00518F
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Ruthenium–rhenium and ruthenium–palladium supramolecular photocatalysts for photoelectrocatalytic CO2 and H+ reduction
Photoelectrocatalysis offers the opportunity to close the carbon loop and convert captured CO2 back into useful fuels and feedstocks, mitigating against anthropogenic climate change.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 3284-3293
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00442B
Construction of MWNT supported ultra-small Ag@MnO2 nanoparticles for the ORR and Al–air batteries
The development of non-platinum catalysts for high efficiency oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) is one of the research hotspots of fuel cells and metal air cells.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 3276-3283
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00337J
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Life-cycle global warming impact of hydrogen transport through pipelines from Africa to Germany
A unique life cycle assessment highlights the potential of photovoltaics to limit the global warming potential of hydrogen imports, using Germany's domestic supply as a reference.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 3014-3024
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00281K
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A transparent iron-incorporated nickel hydroxide electrocatalyst for efficient water oxidation
Transparent electrocatalysts were developed by a facile solution-based method. The highly transparent iron-incorporated nickel hydroxide (FeNi-10) oxygen evolution electrode exhibited low overpotential compared to the benchmark electrocatalyst.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 3025-3033
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00527E
Three-dimensional porous metal phosphide cathode electrodes prepared via electroless galvanic modification for alkaline water electrolysis
Non platinum based metal phosphide cathode electrodes with a very low Ru loading for sustainable hydrogen generation and futuristic carbon free alkaline water electrolyzers.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2830-2840
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00169E
A 2D/3D heterojunction engineered for carbon-based hole-transport-layer-free perovskite solar cells
A DJ-type 2D perovskite was introduced to regulate the energy level arrangement and improve the stability of the PSCs, and the carbon-based HTL-free PSC device shows a strikingly improved PCE of 15.63% along with excellent long-term stability.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2853-2860
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00429E
A primary–secondary triboelectric nanogenerator with charge excitation shift in a wind-driven alternating operating mode
A primary–secondary structure TENG (PS-TENG) is proposed to realize automatic charge excitation shift in capturing wind energy.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2841-2852
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00394A
Catalytic transfer hydrogenation of levulinic acid to gamma-valerolactone over a zirconium-based FDCA hybrid: insights into the effect of heteropoly acids
A schematic for CTH of LvA into GVL over an acid–base multifunctional Zr-FDCA-HPWO hybrid.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2645-2652
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00434A
Direct hydrazine borane fuel cells using non-noble carbon-supported polypyrrole cobalt hydroxide as an anode catalyst
Direct liquid fuel cells feeding on hydrazine borane (N2H4BH3), with C-PPY-Co(OH)2 as the anode catalyst and a Ni foam as the diffusion layer, achieve an open circuit voltage of 1.201 V and a peak power density of 60 mW cm−2.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2594-2600
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00329A
Zinc-ion hybrid supercapacitor-batteries with a leaf-like ZIF-L/MgNiO2 micro-sphere composite and a Zn2+/sulfonated poly(ether ether ketone) gel
A long-lasting, low cost, eco-friendly, air-processable ZIF-L/MgNiO2//Zn2+/SPEEK//ZnμPs-AC based zinc-ion hybrid supercapacitor battery (ZHSB) with an optimal balance between high power density (0.8–8 kW kg−1) and high energy density (157–89 W h kg−1), a capacity of 197 mA h g−1 (at 1 A g−1) and an ultra-long cycle life of ∼10 000 cycles is presented.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2627-2644
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00117B
CoFe2O4/g-C3N4 intercalated Ti3C2 MXene for efficient electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction
Identifying and developing electrocatalysts that are highly efficient and stable for the enhanced electrocatalytic water splitting.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2601-2612
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00416C
Understanding supercapacitive performance of a N-doped vanadium carbide/carbon composite as an anode material in an all pseudocapacitive asymmetric cell
An all pseudocapacitive 1.8 V aqueous asymmetric supercapacitor with a N-doped vanadium carbide/carbon composite anode and partially selenized vanadium oxide cathode.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2613-2626
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00092C
A heterogeneous NiCo2O4@2D-carbyne nanohybrid – a new electrode material for robust and high energy density hybrid supercapacitors
NiCo2O4 nanoparticles anchored onto 2D-carbyne nanosheets are prepared to use as a new nanohybrid electrode to enhance the capacitive performance of hybrid supercapacitors.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2368-2377
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00218G
Efficient and stable full-printed mesoscopic perovskite solar cells with potassium hexafluorophosphate additives
Full-printed mesoscopic perovskite solar cells (MPSCs) have great potential in commercial applications because of their screen-printing process and excellent stability; however, the defect and filling issues in MPSCs still limit device performance.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2349-2356
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00081H
Co–Mo alloy oxide decorated carbon cloth as lithium host for dendrite-free lithium metal anode
The carbon cloth modified with Co–Mo alloy oxide could enhance the performance of Li-metal battery anode. The Full cell coupled with LiFePO4 cathode could deliver a reversible capacity of 139.36 mA h g−1 after 500 cycles.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2357-2367
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00254C
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Biomass-derived carbon sponges for use as sodium-ion capacitor electrodes
A high performance Na-ion capacitor has been assembled by using S-doped carbon sponges and highly porous carbon sponges produced from biomass-derived products by using sustainable salt-templating approaches.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2378-2389
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00273J
Effect of ZrO2/CeO2 mixed oxides on fuel gas production during self-sustaining smouldering combustion of lignocellulosic wastes
This study investigates the catalytic effects of ZrO2/CeO2 mixed oxides on product gases produced via self-sustaining smouldering combustion of lignocellulosic biomass.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2390-2396
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00307H
Hydrogen bond regulating in hydrogel electrolytes for enhancing the antifreeze ability of a flexible zinc-ion hybrid supercapacitor
A polyvinyl alcohol/cellulose nanofibers/dimethyl sulfoxide hydrogel electrolyte with superior freezing tolerance was fabricated and applied in zinc-ion hybrid supercapacitors.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2094-2103
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00163F
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A self-assembled molecularly triboelectronegative cellulose nanofiber material with ultrahigh contact triboelectrification for the design of green triboelectric nanogenerators
A novel green TENG with modified CNF as the electronegative tribolayer was prepared and can be used as a self-powered power module for wearable electronics.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2087-2093
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01715F
Highly reversible Li/Li2S3 batteries with an advanced cathode structure
A Li2S3-based cathode can contribute to a highly reversible Li2S3/Li cell and displays a potential application in a Li-free battery system.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2074-2079
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00005B
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Synthesis of a high-density jet fuel with creosol and formaldehyde
Jet fuel-range C14 and C15 dicycloalkanes are synthesized for the first time with creosol and formaldehyde, two platform compounds that can be derived from lignocellulose.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2080-2086
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00069A
Sustainable porous carbons from tannic acid based KOH activated as high-performance CO2 capture sorbents
A potentially viable strategy for the fabrication of efficient sorbents for CO2 capture is the use of porous carbons obtained from biomass, which have a large surface area and delicately organized porous structural framework.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 2063-2073
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00220A
SnOxS2−x/GNS nanocomposites for reversible and high-capacity lithium-ion batteries
A SnOS/GNS nanocomposite consisting of a single phase nanocrystal (3–5 nm) improves the kinetics of the electrochemical reactions of lithium-ion batteries.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 1839-1845
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00141E
Designing a membrane electrode assembly for weakly humidity-dependent proton exchange membrane fuel cells
Designing a differentiation of varieties of interfaces in MEA and regulation of the PEM/CL interface to achieve weak humidity dependence.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 1829-1838
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01675C
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Balancing photosynthesis, O2 consumption, and H2 recycling for sustained H2 photoproduction in pulse-illuminated algal cultures
Sustained H2 photoproduction by green alga Chlamydomonas reinhardtii is achieved under pulse-illumination superimposed on continuous low background light. Pulse-illuminated algae act as biocatalysts producing H2via direct water biophotolysis.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 1818-1828
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01545E
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Methane dry reforming via a ceria-based redox cycle in a concentrating solar tower
Solar-driven methane dry reforming via a ceria-based thermochemical redox cycle in a concentrating solar tower to produce solar syngas with a solar-to-fuel energy efficiency of 27%.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 1804-1817
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01726A
Salicylic acid treated Li7La3Zr2O12 achieves dual functions for a PEO-based solid polymer electrolyte in lithium metal batteries
A new approach to treat LLZO particles with salicylic acid (SA) to achieve dual-functionalization. This interfacial modification technique enhances Li+ transport not only at the LLZO/PEO interface, but also throughout the PEO matrix.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 1645-1655
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01782B
γ-CD-MOF-derived heterostructures as bifunctional electrocatalysts for rechargeable zinc–air batteries
γ-CD-MOF-derived Co–N,O–C@C3N4 was designed as efficient bifunctional electrocatalysts for rechargeable zinc–air batteries.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 1656-1663
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00011G
A Li–F co-doped g-C3N4/TiO2-B(001) heterostructure as an efficient hydrogen evolution photocatalyst
Li–F co-doping enhances the interfacial interaction of the Li@g-C3N4/F@TiO2-B(001) heterostructure, which has the lowest HER overpotential, promotes the separation of electron–hole pairs, and improves the photocatalytic performance.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 1633-1644
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00003F
The cooperative role of nitrogen defects and cyano-group functionalization in carbon nitride towards enhancing its CO2 photoreduction activity
Solar-driven CO2 conversion to produce valuable fuels is an emerging approach that has the potential to shift our reliance away from rapidly depleting fossil fuels in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 1664-1676
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01751B
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How can the European Ecodesign Directive guide the deployment of hydrogen-related products for mobility?
Exploring (i) the practicality of the European ecodesign framework to address hydrogen-related products, and (ii) the relevance, under eco-efficiency and criticality aspects, of ecodesign measures aligned with projected key performance indicators.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 1382-1394
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2SE01486F
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Modeling future hydrogen supply chains in the western United States under uncertainties: an optimization-based approach focusing on California as a hydrogen hub
We investigate where, how, and when investments in hydrogen infrastructure is cost optimal for the Californian market. Impacts of establishing hydrogen hubs is analyzed together with the influence of sector coupling and renewable hydrogen policies.
Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2023,7, 1223-1244
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3SE00043E
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