Sustainable Materials and Technologies
Scope & Guideline
Leading the Charge in Eco-Friendly Technologies
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Sustainable Material Development:
Research on the design, synthesis, and application of materials that minimize environmental impact and enhance sustainability, including biopolymers, nanomaterials, and composites. - Recycling and Waste Valorization:
Studies focused on the methods and technologies for recycling materials, particularly from waste streams, to recover valuable components and promote a circular economy. - Energy Storage and Conversion Technologies:
Exploration of materials and systems for efficient energy storage, including batteries and supercapacitors, as well as alternative energy conversion methods such as photocatalysis. - Environmental Remediation:
Research on materials and technologies aimed at mitigating environmental pollution, including the development of adsorbents and catalysts for the removal of contaminants from water and soil. - Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Sustainability Metrics:
Integration of LCA methodologies to evaluate the environmental impacts of materials and processes, guiding sustainable practices in manufacturing and product design.
Trending and Emerging
- Biodegradable and Biobased Materials:
There is a growing interest in materials derived from renewable resources, such as bioplastics and biocomposites, which are designed to break down naturally and reduce environmental impact. - Advanced Recycling Techniques:
Emerging technologies for recycling complex materials, such as mixed plastics and electronic waste, are gaining traction as researchers seek to improve recovery rates and material purity. - Electrochemical Energy Storage Innovations:
A surge in research focused on next-generation batteries and supercapacitors, including sodium-ion, lithium-sulfur, and hybrid systems, is evident as the demand for efficient energy storage solutions increases. - Smart and Multifunctional Materials:
The development of materials that exhibit multiple functionalities, such as self-healing, antimicrobial properties, or energy harvesting capabilities, is on the rise as they find applications in various fields. - Environmental Impact Mitigation Technologies:
There is an increasing focus on technologies designed to mitigate environmental impacts, including advanced filtration systems, catalysts for pollutant degradation, and carbon capture materials.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Polymers and Non-biodegradable Materials:
Research on conventional plastics and non-biodegradable materials has decreased as the focus shifts towards bioplastics and materials that support sustainability and circular economies. - Low-Impact Manufacturing Processes:
Interest in low-impact manufacturing methods has waned, possibly due to the rise of more advanced, efficient manufacturing technologies that address environmental concerns more effectively. - Single-use Materials:
Research on single-use materials is declining as the emphasis in sustainability shifts towards reusable and recyclable solutions to combat plastic waste. - Conventional Energy Storage Materials:
Interest in traditional energy storage materials, such as lead-acid batteries, is decreasing in favor of more sustainable alternatives like lithium-sulfur and sodium-ion batteries.
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