Electrochemical investigation of PEDOT:PSS and Nb2O5 composites as counter electrodes for dye-sensitized solar cells

Chemically synthesized poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) conducting polymer as a robust electrocatalyst for highly efficient dye-sensitized solar cells

“…[9][10][11] Therefore, the demand for alternative Pt-free counter electrodes, especially for cobalt and copper electrolytes, is very prominent, and a conducting polymer appears as a suitable candidate. Among the conducting polymers, polypyrrole, 12,13 polyaniline, 14 poly (3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT), and their derivatives 1,11,[15][16][17] have been applied as electrocatalysts in DSSCs owing to their low cost and large-scale production, structural variation with nanoscale morphologies, tunable electrical conductivity, high chemical stability and low toxicity.…”

Electrochemical and power conversion performance of different counter electrode materials for flexible dye-sensitized solar cells

“…5,6 As opposed to the pricey solar cells of the rst generation, it is anticipated that FDSSCs will provide a low-cost alternative for meeting energy demands. 7,8 FDSSCs also require a lower level of purity in the precursor material and are not overly sensitive to contaminants compared to other solar cell generations. However, the performance of this generation is inferior to that of the previous generation.…”