Nanotechnology for Energy Production

Serrano, Elena; Li, Kunhao; Rus, Guillermo; García‐Martínez, Javier

doi:10.1002/9783527665105.ch1

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“…80,81 But the potential applications of hierarchical biotemplated materials are not restricted to the DSSC field. Hierarchical macro-mesoporous wood-templated NiO, 82 Fe 3 O 4 , 83 manganese oxide, 84 chromium oxides, 85 alumina; 86 as well as diatomaceous earth-templated carbon 87 and mesoporous biocarbon-coated Li 3 88 have all been synthesised as promising candidates for carbon electrodes in LIBs.…”

Section: Biomimetic Mesoporous Materialsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…More efficient postsynthetic techniques are atomic layer deposition and grafting. The latter technique also includes so-called organometallic grafting, using 3 ] m (L n = alkoxide, amide, alkyl ligands) as organometallic precursors that, having been cleaved thermolytically, are able to react with hydroxyl groups of the surface of the oxide support. 91,92 More recently, a new strategy has been developed to introduce a wide range of functionalities in mesoporous materials: the so-called 'sol-gel coordination chemistry' (Fig.…”

Section: Hybrid Mesoporous Materialsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Many of these challenges are being overcome thanks to the ingenuity and creativity of chemists, materials scientists and nanotechnologists, who are developing new materials and reinventing old ones by modifying their structure, size, morphology, surface chemistry and porosity. [2][3][4] Among the material science contributions which are providing some of the most significant advances in energy applications, we are covering here the development and role of mesoporosity, highlighting both new techniques to introduce controlled mesoporosity in solids and their application in a wide range of energy technologies.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Mesoporous materials for clean energy technologies

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Alternative energy technologies are greatly hindered by significant limitations in materials science. From low activity to poor stability, and from mineral scarcity to high cost, the current materials are not able to cope with the significant challenges of clean energy technologies. However, recent advances in the preparation of nanomaterials, porous solids, and nanostructured solids are providing hope in the race for a better, cleaner energy production. The present contribution critically reviews the development and role of mesoporosity in a wide range of technologies, as this provides for critical improvements in accessibility, the dispersion of the active phase and a higher surface area. Relevant examples of the development of mesoporosity by a wide range of techniques are provided, including the preparation of hierarchical structures with pore systems in different scale ranges. Mesoporosity plays a significant role in catalysis, especially in the most challenging processes where bulky molecules, like those obtained from biomass or highly unreactive species, such as CO2 should be transformed into most valuable products. Furthermore, mesoporous materials also play a significant role as electrodes in fuel and solar cells and in thermoelectric devices, technologies which are benefiting from improved accessibility and a better dispersion of materials with controlled porosity.

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“…The climate watchers constantly worry about what the tipping point of atmospheric carbon dioxide concentration is. In harnessing sunlight for electric power, the currently used photovoltaic technologies are of limited use because of low conversion and high cost (Serrano et al, 2009). Nanostructured photovoltaic devices using quantum dots, which allow sunlight to be harnessed from a broader range of wave lengths can dramatically reduce cost (Ross & Nozik, 1982).…”

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Nanotechnology in a world out of balance

Karunaratne

Kottegoda

Alwis

2012

J. Natn. Sci. Foundation Sri Lanka

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As the world population marches towards the 9 billion mark by 2050, factors critical for the sustenance of the ecosystems will come under increasing stress. Having crossed the 7 billion figure in 2011, the 9 billion mark may well be reached much earlier based on population predictions depending on advances in science and behavioural changes. How humanity will address the depletion of resources crucial to our survival will have a bearing on life style, societal values and peace on the planet. Mankind appears to have tipped the scale in favour of population versus resources, probably for all time, and the balance of resources and their use is no longer in our favour (United Nations, 2005). In April 2005, the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment carried out by the United Nations (2005) indicated that “...the ability of ecosystems to sustain future generations can no longer be taken for granted ”. In the same year, in a significant development, the United Nations in its Millennium Project Report (2005) addressed the potential of nanotechnology for sustainable development. Salamanca-Buentello et al. (2005) in their assessment of nanotechnology for developing the world have listed 10 areas for nanotechnology development, aligned with the Millenium Development Goals (MDGs). As science and technology are crucial to development (von Weizsäcker et al., 1997), nanotechnology as an emerging technology must inevitably address problems of sustainable development created by earlier technologies in the past two hundred years, on one hand, and those that the new technology will generate on the other. This article highlights some critical issues and prioritizes applications of nanotechnology, which can contribute to sustainable development, in the light of particular problems faced by the emerging economies

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“…Addressing climate change and making the transition to a clean energy economy are topics with significant global importance and have fueled much debate regarding the appropriate approach. Transforming our energy portfolio from one dependent on fossil fuels to one comprised of renewable energy sources has been called the greatest challenge of the 21 st century (Serrano et al, 2010). In the United States, there is no federal policy with the stated goal of addressing climate change; however, there are alternative energy incentives including a biofuel mandate to help transition away from using fossil fuels as liquid transportation fuels.…”

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Innovation in emerging energy technologies: A case study analysis to inform the path forward for algal biofuels

Haase¹,

Bielicki²,

Kuzma³

2013

Energy Policy

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Algal biofuel is an emerging energy source that has the potential to improve upon the environmental benefits realized by conventional biofuels and contribute to the biofuels mandate set by the Renewable Fuel Standard. While there has been much research into producing fuel from algae, a commercial operation has not yet been built. This paper examines theoretical models of innovation and two case studies of innovation in energy technologies in the United States, first generation biodiesel and solar photovoltaics (PV), using a technological innovation system (TIS) framework to provide relevant lessons and inform the path forward for commercializing algal biofuel. The case study analysis identified five event types as being the most influential to the innovation process: changing expectations, technology development, demonstration projects, policy targets, and government subsidies. There have been some demonstration projects for algal biofuel, and it does fall under the mandates laid out by the Renewable Fuel Standard (a policy target) but currently does not receive production subsidies. If societal expectations and national priorities regarding fuel and energy sources are aligned with the potential benefits of algal biofuels, providing subsidies for algal biofuel production could significantly contribute to advancing its commercialization process. The main finding from the case study analysis is that government interventions had a high level of influence in the innovation processes of first generation biodiesel and solar PV and will likely also be key factors in the commercialization of algal biofuel. The feasibility of these interventions is an area for future study.

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Nanotechnology for Energy Production

Cited by 6 publications

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Mesoporous materials for clean energy technologies

Mesoporous materials for clean energy technologies

Nanotechnology in a world out of balance

Innovation in emerging energy technologies: A case study analysis to inform the path forward for algal biofuels

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