The rapid growth of electric vehicles worldwide has resulted in a significant increase in the demand for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), thereby accelerating the development of the LIBs recycling industry. Currently, the predominant methods for recycling spent LIBs include pyrometallurgical, hydrometallurgical, and direct recycling techniques, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. To enhance the recycling efficiency of cathode metals from spent LIBs while promoting environmental sustainability, green deep eutectic solvents (DESs) have attracted scholarly interest.
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February 2025
The accelerated growth of the economy and advancements in medical technology have led to the discharge of a diverse range of organic pollutants into water sources. Recent investigations into water treatment have demonstrated the potential for integrating photocatalysis with techniques such as photocatalytic persulfate activation and the Photo-Fenton process for more efficient wastewater management. Iron-based photocatalysts responsive to visible light offer several advantages, including non-toxicity, safety, affordability, and excellent chemical and optical properties.
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