Development of Cutting-Edge Nanomaterials and Composite Materials for Sustainable Energy Application

Dear Colleagues,

The pursuit of renewable energy sources is a critical response to the global energy crisis and the urgent need to counteract climate change. The application of advanced materials such as nanotechnology and composite materials in the energy sector is a pivotal research domain. These technologies are set to transform conventional energy systems, opening new avenues for energy generation, storage, and consumption. Their contribution to improving efficiency and fostering innovations in the landscape of energy is essential for a sustainable energy future. As global demand for affordable, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions increases, the development and deployment of functional materials become crucial, promising to expedite the shift towards renewable energy technologies.

As we advance through this critical phase of energy transformation, our focus on pushing the boundaries of science and technology has inspired the development of a Special Issue dedicated to the progress in the field of innovative nanomaterials and composite materials. These materials are central to the creation of sustainable energy solutions, providing avenues through which we can mitigate climate change impacts and revolutionize energy systems worldwide. The aim of this Special Issue is to present the latest scientific discoveries and technological achievements in materials science, underlining their essential role in moving us toward an energy-efficient and sustainable future. We seek submissions of original research articles and reviews that examine the extensive potential of nanomaterials and composite materials in sustainable energy applications.

Topics include, but are not limited to, the following:

• The development of new materials such as polymeric, complex oxide, nanoionic, caloric, and porous materials, tailored for future energy applications like thermoelectrics, semiconductors, photovoltaics (PVs), fuel cells, and redox reaction battery energy storage.
• Innovations in energy harvesting technologies, including the utilization of piezoelectric and thermoelectric materials that convert mechanical stress and temperature gradients into electrical energy.
• Advancements in simulations, modelling, and characterization techniques for energy materials and devices. This includes the development of computational models to predict material behaviors and device performance, as well as the use of advanced characterization methods to understand material properties at the nanoscale.

This compilation is dedicated to underlining the multidisciplinary nature of this research, integrating materials science, chemistry, physics, and engineering to encourage the creation of innovative energy solutions.

We look forward to your contributions and are dedicated to advancing the conversation on sustainable energy with a focus on nanotechnology and composite materials.

Sincerely,

Dr. Kunyapat Thummavichai
Dr. Fang Xu
Guest Editors

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• smart grid application
• simulation energy solutions
• nanotechnology
• renewable applications