Biomass-Derived Materials in Perovskite Solar Cells: Recent Progress and Future Prospects

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Renewable Energy
• Photovoltaics

Background:

• Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) show high power conversion efficiency (PCE) but face cost and stability challenges.
• Conventional PSCs rely on expensive noble metal electrodes, hindering commercial viability.
• Biomass-derived materials present a low-cost, sustainable alternative for PSC components.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review recent advancements in biocarbon-based perovskite solar cells (C-PSCs).
• To explore the use of biomass-derived biocarbon as back electrodes in PSCs.
• To discuss the integration of flexible cellulosic substrates as front electrodes in PSCs.

Main Methods:

• Comprehensive literature review of C-PSCs and cellulosic substrate-based PSCs.
• Analysis of biomass conversion into biocarbon materials for electrodes.
• Examination of different C-PSC device architectures and their performance.
• Compilation of data on stability and cost-reduction strategies.

Main Results:

• Biocarbon back electrodes derived from biomass show promise for cost-effective PSCs.
• Flexible cellulosic substrates offer a viable alternative to conventional transparent electrodes.
• Biomass-derived materials have the potential to improve PSC stability.
• Integration of these materials can significantly reduce overall PSC manufacturing costs.

Conclusions:

• Biocarbon materials and cellulosic substrates are key to developing low-cost, stable PSCs.
• Further research is needed to optimize biocarbon synthesis and cellulosic substrate integration.
• These sustainable approaches pave the way for the commercialization of perovskite solar technology.