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Zn-ion batteries (ZIBs) have garnered significant attention due to their environmental friendliness and low cost. However, severe dendritic Zn growth, surface corrosion, and H2 evolution reactions, have limited their further application. In this work, we construct a dilute and non-flammable electrolyte composed of 0.5 M Zn(BF4)2 salts in a cosolvent of tetrahydrofuran (THF)/triethyl phosphate (TEP)

The development of intrinsically stretchable organic solar cells (IS-OSCs) faces significant challenges in balancing mechanical durability and optoelectronic performance. Conventional π-conjugated polymer-based donor/acceptor blend films often exhibit limited stretchability and irreversible performance degradation under mechanical strain. To address these limitations, we propose a novel self-healable

Intrinsically stretchable organic solar cells (IS-OSCs) are emerging as wearable power sources due to their multi-directional stretchability. However, insufficient power conversion efficiency (PCE) and limited mechanical robustness hinder their practical applications. In this study, we develop efficient OSCs with extreme stretchability (crack-onset strain (COS) = 125%) by constructing dual-layered

Correction for ‘CO residence time modulates multi-carbon formation rates in a zero-gap Cu based CO2 electrolyzer’ by Siddhartha Subramanian et al., Energy Environ. Sci., 2024, 17, 6728–6738, https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EE02004A.

Organic solar cells (OSCs) have shown remarkable progress in power conversion efficiencies (PCEs), largely driven by the development of small-molecule acceptors (SMAs), with PCEs of over 20%. However, the stability issue becomes a critical factor that limits the commercialization of SMA-OSCs. To this end, we developed a novel dimeric giant acceptor (DGA), named DYO-V, featuring alkoxy chains on the

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Accurate parameter identification of simplified electrochemical models for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) is crucial for battery management and control. However, existing methods often struggle with parameter coupling, computational efficiency, and physical consistency. This paper presents a non-destructive and rapid parameter identification methodology through an integration of multi-step (MS) and physical-informed

As global demand for clean energy increases, the rapid development of photovoltaic (PV) power generation has led to a growing issue of waste PV module disposal. Traditional recycling methods face challenges such as low efficiency, high energy consumption, and environmental pollution. Flash Joule heating (FJH) technology offers a promising alternative for upcycling waste PV cells. Here, FJH was adopted

Silicon (Si) is widely regarded as one of the most promising anode materials for lithium-ion batteries due to its exceptionally high specific capacity. However, the significant volumetric changes (up to 400%) of Si anode degrades the solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) and significantly hinders its practical application. Herein, we modulate the formation of fine-grained SEI composed of multiple layers

The effective reaction of lead iodide (PbI2) with organic cations decides the quality of perovskite films, particularly at the solid-liquid interface in the two-step process. However, unanswered questions remain to be addressed regarding the understanding of reaction kinetics and the means to improve the perovskite film quality in the two-step process. Here, we provide a comprehensive analysis of the

Rapid global electrification is deepening cross-sector interdependence, fundamentally reshaping the resilience of energy systems in the face of intensifying climate extremes. While increased integration across energy generation, transmission, and consumption sectors can significantly enhance operational flexibility, it can also amplify the risk of cross-sector cascading failures under extreme weather

Lithium-ion batteries are the core energy storage unit of electric vehicles and energy storage power stations, but their thermal safety is still the great challenge. Flame-retardant composite phase change material (CPCM) as a potential battery thermal safety protection technology (BTSS) have been widely investigated for battery thermal safety system. Herein, the various types of flame retardants and

As renewable energy penetration increases, thermochemical energy storage (TCES) has gained attention for its high energy density and potential for long-duration applications. However, most existing TCES reviews concentrate on specific materials or system configurations, with a limited focus on power-to-heat (PtH) deployment, system integration, or lifecycle evaluation. This lack of a comprehensive

High-entropy materials (HEMs) have emerged as promising oxygen electrocatalysts due to their compositional flexibility, tunable electronic structures, entropy-stabilized phases, and highly adjustable catalytic properties. These unique characteristics enable HEMs to effectively address the sluggish kinetics of the oxygen reduction (ORR) and oxygen evolution reactions (OER), reduce overpotentials, and

A comparative analysis of CO2e emissions of renewable methanol produced from forestry residues (FR) and conventional methanol produced from natural gas (NG) is undertaken to assess which production pathway yields lower emissions. Pathways examined include steam methane reforming (SMR) of NG feedstocks, with and without carbon capture and storage (CCS), and steam or steam-O2 gasification of FR feedstocks