Application of Surfactants in Photoelectrochemical cell for Solar Energy Conversion and Storage

Abstract

Photoelectrochemical Cell is a Photogalvanic device that absorbs light with a high-absorption electrolyte solution and provides energy for reactions. A growing interest in Photoelectrochemical Cells has resulted from the search for renewable energy sources due to the possibility that they could convert solar energy into electrical energy.  Power storage is crucial for wind and solar power generation. Surfactants in Photoelectrochemical solar cells offer a promising alternative for producing and storing solar energy simultaneously. Studying cell performance, Critical micelle concentration (CMC) significantly impact photogalvanics, increasing storage capacity and conversion efficiency. Surfactants promote cost-effective and practical Photoelectrochemical Cell development in the future. The absorption spectra of the systems with and without surfactant were also studied. Furthermore, the utilization of surfactant media for the storage of solar energy and conversion from solar cell using dyes are also included.