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Exploring the Recent Cutting-Edge Applications of Cnts in Energy and Environmental Remediation: Mechanistic Insights and Remarkable Performance Advancements Publisher



Kulkarni R1 ; Lingamdinne LP1 ; Koduru JR1 ; Karri RR2 ; Kailasa SK3 ; Mubarak NM2, 4 ; Chang YY1 ; Dehghani MH5, 6
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  1. 1. Department of Environmental Engineering, Kwangwoon University, Seoul, 01897, South Korea
  2. 2. Petroleum and Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Brunei, Bandar Seri Begawan, BE1410, Brunei Darussalam
  3. 3. Department of Chemistry, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Gujarat, Surat, 395007, India
  4. 4. Department of Chemistry, School of Chemical Engineering and Physical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Punjab, Jalandhar, India
  5. 5. Department of Environmental Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  6. 6. Center for Solid Waste Research, Institute for Environmental Research, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Source: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering Published:2024


Abstract

In recent years, there has been a considerable increase in interest in carbon nanotubes (CNTs) due to their numerous uses in energy and environmental remediations. This review paper provides an in-depth study of current developments in CNT concerning various technologies, focusing on their mechanisms and performance improvement towards energy and environmental applications. CNTs have extraordinary promise in the energy sector as catalysts for fuel cells, components for energy storage systems, and effective conductors in battery and supercapacitors. CNTs have demonstrated exceptional adsorption capabilities in environmental remediation for various pollutants, including heavy metals, organic contaminants, and greenhouse gases. This study explores the fundamental mechanisms enabling various applications, illuminating the physicochemical and molecular interactions involved. In addition, a rapid and straightforward synthesis approach for developing a hybrid material integrating carbon nanotubes in a single step is discussed. This unique structure and the synergistic interplay between the two nanomaterials enhance their physicochemical properties and showcase remarkable electrocatalytic capabilities. This study represents a significant contribution toward understanding the electrocatalytic potential of carbon nanotubes and their hybrid composites, with implications for diverse environmental and energy harvesting. As CNTs continue to develop as a potential class of materials, it is clear that they can help advance technology for environmental remediation and sustainable energy. This review provides insightful information for scientists and engineers to maximize the use of CNTs in addressing insistent issues with energy and environmental sustainability. © 2024 Elsevier Ltd
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