RSC – Sustainable Energy Fuels latest articles- Perovskite Quantum Dot@MOF Heterostructures: Highly Efficient and Stable Visible-Light Photocatalysts January 6, 2026Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01602A, Review ArticleMohammad Abu Shuheil, Ahmed Kareem Obaid Aldulaimi, Subhashree Ray, Talal Aziz Qassem, Gunjan Garg, Renu Sharma, Dilbar Urazbaeva, Sabokhat Sadikova, sharmin smaeilpourMetal-halide perovskite quantum dots (PQDs) exhibit outstanding optoelectronic properties but suffer from poor chemical stability and rapid charge recombination, severely restricting their photocatalytic applications. Encapsulating PQDs […]Mohammad Abu Shuheil
- 2D–2D NiMo-LDH/MXene Hybrid Electrocatalyst for Durable and Efficient Overall Water Splitting at High Current Densities January 6, 2026Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01414J, PaperSamruddhi V Chauhan, Kinjal K. Joshi, Parikshit Sahatiya, Gopala Ram Bhadu, Pratik M. Pataniya, CK SumeshThe transition from pilot-scale to grid-scale hydrogen production via water electrolysis requires electrocatalysts that unite high activity, durability, and scalability. Here, we report a hierarchically engineered two-dimensional (2D–2D) hybrid catalyst,...The content of this […]Samruddhi V Chauhan
- Terminal group engineering of dipyran-based non-fullerene acceptors: a computational approach for high performance organic solar cells January 5, 2026Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01361E, PaperRida Tahir, Rana Farhat Mehmood, Muhammad Imran, Ines Hilali Jaghdam, Mohamed S. Soliman, Tamer H. A. Hasanin, Zunaira Khan, Haq Nawaz Bhatti, Syed Muhammad Kazim Abbas Naqvi, Rasheed Ahmad KheraTerminal acceptor engineering in dipyran A–D–π–A NFAs enables efficient charge transfer, low bandgaps, and enhanced OSC performance.To cite this […]Rida Tahir
- Intercalation and de-intercalation mechanism in lithium metal fluorosulfate-based half-cell and full-cell configurations: a DFT study January 5, 2026Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01200G, PaperKiran Kumar Surthi, Chandra Shekhar SharmaLi-ion diffusion, intercalation, and de-intercalation are key challenges in lithium metal fluorosulfate for the evolution of the electrochemical properties of LIBs.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The […]Kiran Kumar Surthi
- Elucidating O2 Reduction Reaction on 2D Monolayer LaMnO3 Perovskite January 5, 2026Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01470K, PaperNaveen Sharma, Srimanta PakhiraO2 reduction reaction (ORR) is critical in energy conversion technologies such as proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) and metal-air batteries (MABs), and it is a fundamental reaction related to...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of ChemistryNaveen Sharma
- Unlocking Possibilities to Transition to Sustainable Low-Carbon Liquid Fuels – a Perspective January 5, 2026Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01385B, PerspectiveSimon Smart, Paul Spee, Oscar Daniel Paredes Trujillo, Gerhard Schenk, Damian HineA global imperative to meet net-zero targets by 2050 places immense pressure on the transport sector, a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. Low-carbon liquid fuels (LCLFs) offer a scalable...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The […]Simon Smart
- Synergistic interface design of Al2O3-coated NMC811 and graphitic-based pre-lithiated anodes for enhanced full-cell performance January 5, 2026Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01604E, PaperEbru Dogan, Rawdah Whba, Iqra Moeez, Kyung Yoon Chung, Ece UNUR YILMAZ, Emine Altin, Nurullah Ates, Serdar AltinThis work investigates aluminum oxide (Al2O3) surface coatings on lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide (NMC811) cathodes using a wet-chemical process based on aluminum ethoxide (Al(OEt)3) dissolved in ethanol. Three coating...The content […]Ebru Dogan
- Engineering Two-Dimensional Carbon Anodes for Enhanced Lithium Battery Performance January 2, 2026Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01327E, PaperFuat Bilican, Fatih Ersan, Sevgi Özdemir KartIn this study, we systematically investigated the structural, electronic, and lithium storage properties of seven distinct two-dimensional (2D) carbon allotropes (Graphyne, Dodecagonal, Kagome graphene, Porous graphene, GY-5, Haecklites (5–7), and...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of ChemistryFuat Bilican
- N,P-codoped carbon shells grafted on nickel nanoparticles as an efficient catalyst for hydrogen generation January 2, 2026Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01281C, PaperSarvesh Kumar, Ashwini Anshu, Rajeev Kumar, Ankit Yadav, Balaram SahooA dual heteroatom (N,P)-doped carbon nanostructure grafted on nickel nanoparticles synergistically enhances the catalytic effect for H2O adsorption during the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER).To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The […]Sarvesh Kumar
- Correction: Experimental and computational analysis of Ni–P and Fe–P metal foams for enhanced hydrogen evolution reaction in alkaline media January 2, 2026Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5SE90095F, Correction Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Natália Podrojková, Alexandra Gubóová, Magdalena Streckova, František Kromka, Renáta OriňakováTo cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal […]Natália Podrojková
- Rice Straw to Renewable: Comparative Life Cycle Assessment of Gasification and Dark Fermentation for Hydrogen Production in Thailand January 2, 2026Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01551K, PaperHafsa Mehmood, Haseeb Akbar, Shabbir GheewalaThe global transition toward renewable hydrogen highlights the need for robust environmental assessments of biomass-based pathways. Rice straw, an abundant agricultural residue in Thailand, offers a promising feedstock, yet direct...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of ChemistryHafsa Mehmood
- First principles study of two-dimensional Li3CX (X = S and Se) monolayers for hydrogen storage January 2, 2026Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01387A, PaperSangeeta Meena, Ramandeep Singh, Nidhi Verma, Ashok KumarThe persistent challenges in designing lightweight, reversible hydrogen storage materials are addressed by utilizing a density functional approach and ab initio molecular dynamics (AIMD) analysis of newly proposed Li3CX (X = S and Se) monolayers.To cite this article before page numbers […]Sangeeta Meena
- Ruthenium Anchored Zirconium Dioxide Derived from Metal-Organic Framework as a Highly Efficient pH-Universal Electrocatalyst for Hydrogen Evolution December 26, 2025Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01592H, PaperLiyun Cao, Wenchao Li, Jianfeng Huang, Dewei Chu, Yijun Liu, Faliang Luo, Xuemeng Huo, Dongping Wang, Yongqiang FengTo enhance the efficiency of electrochemical water splitting for hydrogen production, it is essential to employ hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) electrocatalysts that lower the energy barrier and accelerate the HER...The content […]Liyun Cao
- High Voltage LiNi 0.5 Mn 1.5 O 4 Cathodes for Li-ion Batteries Obtained by Sol-Gel Combustion Method -Effects of Fuel and Silver Doping December 24, 2025Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01296A, PaperCyril Ehi-Eromosele, Samuel Oluwakayode Ajayi, Jude N Ikebudu, Chioma V Abiaziem, M.K. MatheHigh-voltage LiNi 0.5 Mn 1.5 O 4 (LNMO) cathode materials are highly needed for next generation lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). In this study, citric acid, glycine, and sucrose fuels were used...The content of this RSS Feed (c) […]Cyril Ehi-Eromosele
- Computational study of OH, NH2-functionalized iron-doped tetraphenylporphyrin as a photocatalyst for CO2 reduction to C1 fuels December 22, 2025Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01431J, PaperThangaraj Thiruppathiraja, Basheer Aazaad, Angappan Mano PriyaThe photocatalytic CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) has attracted considerable attention as a promising strategy for sustainable fuel production.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society […]Thangaraj Thiruppathiraja
- Sustainable biodiesel production: catalyst-free palm fatty acid distillate conversion to methyl esters by using a superheated methanol vapor process December 18, 2025Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01182E, PaperMaharani Dewi Solikhah, Soni Solistia Wirawan, Anto Tri Sugiarto, Dyah Wulandani, Shoji Hagiwara, Tetsuya Araki, Hiroshi Nabetani, Yohanes Aris PurwantoPalm fatty acid distillate is a low-cost, sustainable feedstock for biodiesel. A catalyst-free process using a packed bubble column reactor with superheated methanol vapour at atmospheric pressure achieved high […]Maharani Dewi Solikhah
- Development of Core-Shell Nanofibers in Magnetoelectric Sensors, Fuel Cells, and Drug-Delivery Applications: A Review December 18, 2025Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01377A, Review Article Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence.Sandeep Kumar Yadav, Vishwa Prakash Jha, Durga Prasad Pabba, Arun ThirumuruganCore–shell nanofibers have emerged as a versatile class of nanostructured materials due to their unique ability to integrate multiple functionalities within a […]Sandeep Kumar Yadav
- A new chapter for Sustainable Energy & Fuels December 17, 2025Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, 10,12-13DOI: 10.1039/D5SE90094H, EditorialThe content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry
- Nanoporous boron-doped diamond-like carbon (DLC) electrodes for electrocatalytic nitrate reduction December 16, 2025Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01507C, PaperXiangfeng Zhang, Shengli Zhu, Zhenduo Cui, Zhaoyang Li, Wence Xu, Zhonghui Gao, Yanqin Liang, Hui JiangA boron-doped DLC electrode was fabricated via the “laser-direct-writing” strategy for nitrate reduction. The B0.57DG electrode achieved a high NH3 faradaic efficiency of 80% and an ammonia yield rate of 550 µg cm−2 […]Xiangfeng Zhang
- Recent advances in quadruple perovskite oxide-based electrocatalysts for oxygen evolution reactions: a review December 16, 2025Sustainable Energy Fuels, 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5SE01289A, Review ArticleJie Ding, Xinhua ZhuThis review provides recent advances in OER activity of quadruple perovskite oxides (QPOs). Synthesis methods and characterization techniques of QPOs electrocatalysts are described. Their prospects and future challenges are also discussed.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of […]Jie Ding
- Perovskite Quantum Dot@MOF Heterostructures: Highly Efficient and Stable Visible-Light Photocatalysts January 6, 2026
