Nanomaterials in Electrochemical Synthesis

Abstract

Nanomaterials in electrochemical synthesis for energy storage applications have enabled a rapid expansion in the scope of this sustainable technology. Electrochemical synthetic approaches are a convenient and greener alternative to the harsh chemical redox reagents used in conventional synthetic approaches. Nanomaterials have excellent electrical, magnetic, mechanical, optical and surface properties and can be synthesized in various shapes and sizes, which make them a potential candidate for energy storage materials. Electrochemical synthetic routes and energy storage nanomaterials have greatly developed in the past few decades, resulting in an improved understanding of structure-property-performance relationships. This chapter highlights the basic principles, requirements and influencing factors of electrochemical synthesis and recent developments in the electrochemical synthesis of energy storage nanomaterials. Applications of some electrochemically synthesized novel nanomaterials for different energy storage systems such as electrochemical capacitors, Li-ion batteries and hydrogen energy storage have been described briefly. Finally, we have outlined the important aspects of this chapter and included our personal perspectives on this dynamic emerging field. © 2025 selection and editorial matter, Piyush Kumar Sonkar and Vellaichamy Ganesan.