Emerging applications of biochar-based materials for energy storage and conversion

2019707 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Wu‐Jun Liu · University of Science and Technology of China

Hong Jiang · University of Science and Technology of China

Han‐Qing Yu · University of Science and Technology of China

Abstract

Biochar, a bio-carbon with abundant surface functional groups and easily tuned porosity produced from biomass, shows great application potential in energy storage and conversion. In this review, recent advances in the applications of biochar-based materials in various energy storage and conversion fields are summarized, highlighting the mechanisms and open questions in current energy applications.

Topics & Keywords

Supercapacitor Materials and Fabrication Advancements in Battery Materials Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Affordable and clean energy

Publication Details

Published in: Energy & Environmental Science

Volume 12, Issue 6, pp. 1751-1779

DOI: 10.1039/c9ee00206e

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