Efficient One-Step Synthesis of a Pt-Free Zn_0.76Co_0.24S Counter Electrode for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells and Its Versatile Application in Photoelectrochromic Devices.

ABSTRACT: In this study, we synthesized a ternary transition metal sulfide, Zn_0.76Co_0.24S (ZCS-CE), using a one-step solvothermal method and explored its potential as a Pt-free counter electrode for dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). Comprehensive investigations were conducted to characterize the structural, morphological, compositional, and electronic properties of the ZCS-CE electrode. These analyses utilized a range of techniques, including X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. The electrocatalytic performance of ZCS-CE for the reduction of I₃^- species in a symmetrical cell configuration was evaluated through electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and cyclic voltamme

SUBMITTER: Tashenov Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10610264 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature