Potential uses of perovskite-based photovoltaics for hydrogen production: A pathway to sustainable energy solutions

This review examines the potential of perovskite photovoltaic (PV) cells for clean hydrogen production, a vital component of the global shift toward sustainable energy. Utilizing a systematic review of literature from the Scopus and Web of Science databases, this study provides recent advancements a...

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Main Authors: Kehinde Temitope Alao, Syed Ihtsham ul Haq Gilani, Taiwo Onaopemipo Alao, Abiola Usman Adebanjo, Oluwaseun Ruth Alara
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Syed Ihtsham ul Haq Gilani
Taiwo Onaopemipo Alao
Abiola Usman Adebanjo
Oluwaseun Ruth Alara
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description This review examines the potential of perovskite photovoltaic (PV) cells for clean hydrogen production, a vital component of the global shift toward sustainable energy. Utilizing a systematic review of literature from the Scopus and Web of Science databases, this study provides recent advancements and identifies persistent challenges in the application of perovskite PVs for hydrogen generation. Despite their market dominance, traditional silicon PV cells have limitations that perovskite PVs may overcome. While silicon PV cells achieve efficiencies between 23.3% and 26.7%, lababoratory-scale tandem perovskite PV devices have surpassed this, with efficiencies exceeding 29.8% and a greater potential for future improvement. This efficiency leap positions them as promising candidates for hydrogen production via electrolysis. However, the scalability, stability, and environmental impacts of perovskite PVs necessitate further research in materials science. The review highlights the critical need for advancements in material properties and system integration, as well as supportive policies to foster the adoption of perovskite PVs. Ultimately, the review proposes a strategic framework for optimizing hydrogen production with perovskite-based PV technology, making a significant contribution to the discourse on sustainable hydrogen solutions.
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spelling doaj-art-eb95941a25d94baaa9cd21574401458f2025-08-20T02:29:19ZengElsevierNext Energy2949-821X2025-04-01710021510.1016/j.nxener.2024.100215Potential uses of perovskite-based photovoltaics for hydrogen production: A pathway to sustainable energy solutionsKehinde Temitope Alao0Syed Ihtsham ul Haq Gilani1Taiwo Onaopemipo Alao2Abiola Usman Adebanjo3Oluwaseun Ruth Alara4Mechanical Engineering Department, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Perak Darul Radzuan, Malaysia; Corresponding author.Mechanical Engineering Department, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Perak Darul Radzuan, MalaysiaMechanical Engineering Department, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Perak Darul Radzuan, MalaysiaCivil Engineering Department, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Perak Darul Radzuan, MalaysiaSchool of Property, Construction and Project Management, RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, AustraliaThis review examines the potential of perovskite photovoltaic (PV) cells for clean hydrogen production, a vital component of the global shift toward sustainable energy. Utilizing a systematic review of literature from the Scopus and Web of Science databases, this study provides recent advancements and identifies persistent challenges in the application of perovskite PVs for hydrogen generation. Despite their market dominance, traditional silicon PV cells have limitations that perovskite PVs may overcome. While silicon PV cells achieve efficiencies between 23.3% and 26.7%, lababoratory-scale tandem perovskite PV devices have surpassed this, with efficiencies exceeding 29.8% and a greater potential for future improvement. This efficiency leap positions them as promising candidates for hydrogen production via electrolysis. However, the scalability, stability, and environmental impacts of perovskite PVs necessitate further research in materials science. The review highlights the critical need for advancements in material properties and system integration, as well as supportive policies to foster the adoption of perovskite PVs. Ultimately, the review proposes a strategic framework for optimizing hydrogen production with perovskite-based PV technology, making a significant contribution to the discourse on sustainable hydrogen solutions.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2949821X24001200Clean energyElectrolysisHydrogen productionPerovskite solar cellsRenewable energy
spellingShingle Kehinde Temitope Alao
Syed Ihtsham ul Haq Gilani
Taiwo Onaopemipo Alao
Abiola Usman Adebanjo
Oluwaseun Ruth Alara
Potential uses of perovskite-based photovoltaics for hydrogen production: A pathway to sustainable energy solutions
Next Energy
Clean energy
Electrolysis
Hydrogen production
Perovskite solar cells
Renewable energy
title Potential uses of perovskite-based photovoltaics for hydrogen production: A pathway to sustainable energy solutions
title_full Potential uses of perovskite-based photovoltaics for hydrogen production: A pathway to sustainable energy solutions
title_fullStr Potential uses of perovskite-based photovoltaics for hydrogen production: A pathway to sustainable energy solutions
title_full_unstemmed Potential uses of perovskite-based photovoltaics for hydrogen production: A pathway to sustainable energy solutions
title_short Potential uses of perovskite-based photovoltaics for hydrogen production: A pathway to sustainable energy solutions
title_sort potential uses of perovskite based photovoltaics for hydrogen production a pathway to sustainable energy solutions
topic Clean energy
Electrolysis
Hydrogen production
Perovskite solar cells
Renewable energy
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2949821X24001200
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