A Review of Prospects and Challenges of Compound Materials for Renewable Energy Generation

This review explores the potential and challenges of using compound materials in renewable energy technologies. The special qualities of compound materials (CMs) which are made up of two or more different elements or phases can improve the effectiveness, robustness, and affordability of renewable energy solutions. The study looks at how these materials are used in solar photovoltaics, wind turbines, fuel cells, and energy storage devices, among other renewable energy fields. It draws attention to the developments in material science that have produced high-performing materials like composite wind turbine blades, improved fuel cell catalysts, and perovskite solar cells. Together with environmental and financial concerns, the paper also discusses the difficulties in the synthesis, scalability, and long-term stability of these materials. It also addresses the potential effects of compound materials on the environment and the significance of creating recyclable and sustainable substitutes. Potential directions for future research are outlined at the end of the article. In order to eliminate existing barriers and optimize the use of compound materials in renewable energy applications, this paper emphasizes the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration.