Bioinspired and Biodegradable Hydrothermally Treated Cellulose Nanocrystal Aerogels for High Efficiency Solar Steam Generation and Sustainable Water Purification.

ABSTRACT: Access to clean water is crucial for human survival, yet a significant portion of the global population continues to face challenges from water scarcity and contamination. Traditional water purification methods such as desalination and distillation are energy-intensive, necessitating the adoption of green alternatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate global warming. High-efficiency solar steam generation has emerged as a promising solution. Although many solar evaporators have shown impressive evaporation rates, construction of these using only sustainable materials remains challenging. Inspired by the microstructure of natural wood, a series of hydrothermally-treated cellulose nanocrystal aerogels (HTCAs) is proposed as efficient and eco-friendly solar steam generators. The

SUBMITTER: Li Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12710203 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature