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Theoretical & Computational Chemistry

Theoretical-Experimental Study of Carbon Electrode Porosity in Sodium and Lithium Batteries

Addressing the growing energy demand in a sustainable manner is one of the most pressing global challenges today. Achieving this requires optimizing the efficiency of energy storage and conversion systems while aligning with green chemistry principles to minimize environmental impact. In this context, this work explores both theoretically and experimentally how the structure of porous carbon materials, synthesized from renewable or low-impact precursors, and used as electrodes in metal-air batteries (e.g., Na-air, Li-air), affects the physicochemical properties of confined electrolytes.

Identifying opportunities for green chemistry research to advance sustainable development

Green and sustainable chemistry aims to minimize the potential negative impact of chemicals and their production on human health, ecosystems, biodiversity, and the environment. Accelerating adoption of green and sustainable chemistry is critical to meeting United Nations sustainable development goals (UN SDGs) and addressing climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss in the coming decades.