[HTML][HTML] Recent advances in graphene-based phase change composites for thermal energy storage and management

Q Zhu, PJ Ong, SHA Goh, RJ Yeo, S Wang, Z Liu… - Nano Materials …, 2024‏ - Elsevier
Energy storage and conservation are receiving increased attention due to rising global
energy demands. Therefore, the development of energy storage materials is crucial …

In situ characterization techniques for electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction

J Wu, S Wang, R Ji, D Kai, J Kong, S Liu… - ACS …, 2024‏ - ACS Publications
The electrochemical reduction of nitrogen to produce ammonia is pivotal in modern society
due to its environmental friendliness and the substantial influence that ammonia has on …

Integration of phase change material and thermal insulation material as a passive strategy for building cooling in the tropics

PJ Ong, YY Lum, XYD Soo, S Wang, P Wang… - … and Building Materials, 2023‏ - Elsevier
As climate change intensifies in recent years, many are paying much attention to efficient
energy-saving solutions to reduce the cooling load in buildings. In this work, a passive …

Gelatin/poly (vinyl alcohol)-based functional films integrated with spent coffee ground-derived carbon dots and grapefruit seed extract for active packaging application

S Min, P Ezati, KS Yoon, JW Rhim - International Journal of Biological …, 2023‏ - Elsevier
Nanoparticles are attractive, functional additives with great potential to be applied in
biomaterial and food packaging. However, these particles are not soluble in water, thus …

Strategies for heavy metals immobilization in municipal solid waste incineration bottom ash: a critical review

RJ Yeo, A Sng, C Wang, L Tao, Q Zhu, J Bu - Reviews in Environmental …, 2024‏ - Springer
Incineration is an integral part of the waste management process to reduce the enormous
volumes of municipal solid waste generated daily. Of the various incineration products …

[HTML][HTML] Advancements in CO2 capture by absorption and adsorption: A comprehensive review

XYD Soo, JJC Lee, WY Wu, L Tao, C Wang… - Journal of CO2 …, 2024‏ - Elsevier
In the face of escalating global climate challenges, effective carbon dioxide (CO₂) capture
techniques remain at the forefront of mitigating anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions …

Harnessing Ash for Sustainable CO2 Absorption: Current Strategies and Future Prospects

WY Wu, M Zhang, C Wang, L Tao… - Chemistry–An Asian …, 2024‏ - Wiley Online Library
This review explores the potential of using different types of ash, namely fly ash, biomass
ash, and coal ash etc., as mediums for CO2 capture and sequestration. The diverse origins …

Bio-based phase change materials for thermal energy storage and release: A review

FL Rashid, MA Al-Obaidi, NS Dhaidan… - Journal of Energy …, 2023‏ - Elsevier
Latent heat energy storage is among the highly effective and dependable methods for
lowering one's energy usage. This method involves employing phase change materials …

[HTML][HTML] Production of activated carbon from spent coffee grounds (SCG) for removal of hexavalent chromium from synthetic wastewater solutions

R Campbell, B **ao, C Mangwandi - Journal of Environmental …, 2024‏ - Elsevier
In this research, spent coffee grounds (SCG) are converted into a highly valuable porous
adsorbent which removes chromium (VI) from wastewater with high efficiency. A set of nine …

Advancements in phase change materials for energy-efficient building construction: A comprehensive review

VJ Reddy, MF Ghazali, S Kumarasamy - Journal of Energy Storage, 2024‏ - Elsevier
The building sector, representing a significant share of energy consumption, accounts for
60% of energy consumption, particularly in Heating, Ventilation, and air conditioning …