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Advances in Electrospun Nanofiber Materials for Outdoor Passive Radiative Cooling: A Review
Hongyu Guo1, Huanhuan Liu2, Zhaohui Wang2
1State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200438, China.
Small Methods
|November 10, 2025
Summary
Outdoor passive radiative cooling (PRC) using electrospun nanofibers offers a sustainable solution to combat global warming. These advanced materials efficiently dissipate heat, reducing reliance on energy-intensive cooling systems and lowering carbon emissions.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
- Sustainable Energy
Background:
- Global warming drives increased cooling demand, exacerbating CO2 emissions and thermal pollution.
- Active cooling systems are energy-intensive, contributing to climate change.
- Passive radiative cooling (PRC) presents a sustainable alternative to active cooling.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent advancements in electrospun nanofibers for outdoor PRC.
- To focus on micro/nanostructural characteristics influencing cooling performance.
- To discuss multifunctional designs, applications, advantages, and risks.
Main Methods:
- Summarization of typical electrospun nanofibers and composites for outdoor PRC.
- Analysis of micro/nanostructural features.
- Discussion of multifunctional designs and applications.
Main Results:
- Electrospun nanofibers with tailored structures demonstrate high-efficiency cooling.
- Multifunctional designs offer diverse applications.
- Key advantages and potential risks are identified.
Conclusions:
- Electrospun nanofibrous materials are crucial for advancing outdoor PRC technology.
- These materials promise significant contributions to energy conservation and carbon emission reduction.
- They offer a viable strategy for mitigating human heat stress.
Keywords:
electrospunnanofiber materialsnanostructuresoutdoor passive radiative coolingthermal management
