Sustainable Development Technologies and Applications Based on the 2D Materials
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2027 | Viewed by 154
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Two-dimensional (2D) materials have emerged as a cornerstone for next-generation sustainable technologies, offering unique structural, electronic, and chemical properties that enable innovative solutions to global challenges. Their atomic thickness, high surface area, and tunable functionalities make them ideal candidates for applications that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in clean energy, environmental remediation, and resource efficiency. This Special Issue aims to explore the transformative role of 2D materials in advancing sustainable development across diverse sectors, including energy storage and conversion, water purification, carbon capture, and green manufacturing.
Recent progress in materials such as graphene, transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs), MXenes, and layered double-hydroxides has demonstrated significant potential for improving energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact. For instance, 2D materials are being integrated into batteries, supercapacitors, and solar cells to enhance performance while minimizing reliance on critical raw materials. Similarly, their exceptional adsorption and catalytic properties enable advanced water treatment and pollutant removal, contributing to cleaner ecosystems. Beyond applications, this Special Issue will also address critical aspects such as scalable synthesis, recyclability, and life-cycle assessment to ensure that these technologies are environmentally responsible and economically viable.
By bringing together contributions from materials science, engineering, environmental science, and policy, this Special Issue seeks to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and accelerate the translation of 2D material research into real-world sustainable solutions. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, novel synthesis routes, device integration strategies, environmental impact assessments, and emerging applications in circular economy frameworks. Through this collective effort, we aim to highlight how 2D materials can serve as enablers of a sustainable future and inspire innovative pathways toward global sustainability targets.
Dr. Nilanthy Balakrishnan
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- 2D materials
- sustainable development
- energy and environmental applications
- circular economy
- green technologies
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