Nanomaterials for Environmental and Solar Energy Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Solar energy stands out as the most exciting form of green energy, occupying a significant share of the renewable energy landscape. In pursuit of maximizing its potential, researchers are turning their attention to developing high-performance nanomaterials to harness solar energy. The unique properties of nanomaterials at the nanoscale have turned this field into a fascinating and rapidly advancing area of study, showcasing diverse applications.

The utilization of nanomaterials promises to increase the efficiency, affordability, and environmental sustainability of solar energy technologies. This includes a wide range of applications, such as photocatalysis and solar cells, as well as energy storage and -saving technologies. Nanostructured materials have been thoroughly explored in various segments of solar energy applications, from lithium-ion batteries and electrochemical capacitors to solar cells, electrochromic devices, thermochromic coatings, electrocatalysts, and biofuel production. In addition, the application of nanomaterials extends beyond energy sectors, delving into environmental applications such as vehicle NOx emission control, nuclear waste management, electromagnetic absorption, and wastewater treatment.

Motivated by the imperative to address pressing global environmental challenges, this Special Issue aims to shed light on the complex relationship between nanomaterials, solar energy, and applications. We invite submissions to this Special Issue, entitled "Nanomaterials for Environmental and Solar Energy Applications", in the form of original research papers, reviews, or communications. Emphasis is placed on the exploration of the physicochemical properties of nanomaterials, serving as foundational knowledge for the development of efficient and sustainable materials with broad applications in energy and the environment.

Dr. Sofia Stefa
Dr. Emmanouil Gagaoudakis
Guest Editors

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• nanomaterial synthesis
• physicochemical properties
• band gap energy tuning
• solar energy
• environmental remediation
• energy conversion
• photocatalysis
• thermochromic coatings
• solar cells
• batteries