NEW PRODUCT / SOLUTION
Energy storage devices
APPLICATION SECTOR
Energy
VALORIZED OUTPUT
Spent coffee grounds
TRL
Research
CONTEXT
Global
SDG
VALUE CHAIN AREA
Nanostructured porous carbon materials, derived from spent coffee grounds, are increasingly being used as active materials for electrochemical energy storage devices, such as supercapacitors and batteries. These carbon materials possess a unique nanostructure and porous nature, which provides a large surface area, facilitating rapid ion diffusion and enhancing charge storage capacity. Furthermore, the use of coffee waste as a precursor material provides an environmentally sustainable solution, reducing dependence on traditional carbon sources and contributing to waste valorisation efforts. As research in this field progresses, the development of efficient and cost-effective energy storage devices using coffee waste (spent coffee grounds) shows promise for renewable energy applications.
DESCRIPTION
IMPACTS
The challenges involved in utilizing nanostructured carbon materials from spent coffee grounds for electrochemical energy storage devices include optimizing the carbonization process to achieve the desired nanostructure and porosity, as well as ensuring consistent material properties for reliable device performance. Additionally, it is crucial to develop scalable and cost-effective production methods for commercial viability.
CHALLENGES AND LIMITS
EXAMPLES OF APPLICATION
CNR Nanotech
P.Stufano, A.Perrotta, R.Labarile, M.Trotta
Italy, 2022
(https://link.springer.com/article/10.1557/s43581-022-00036-w)
Scalene Livprotec
Bengaluru, 2020