Bio-based phase-change materials for thermal energy storage: Recent advances, challenges, and outlook

This review systematically examines recent advances (2022–2025) in bio-based phase change materials (PCMs) for thermal energy storage (TES). Emphasis is placed on renewable PCMs derived from fatty acids, plant oils, and biowaxes, highlighting progress in synthesis strategies, structural modification...

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Published in:	Results in Engineering
Main Authors:	Bhanu Teja Nalla, Ganesan Subbiah, Deepak K, Sankar Narayan Das, Sunil Kumar M, Suneel Kumar Swarnkar, Nandagopal Kaliappan, Kamakshi Priya K
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Elsevier 2025-12-01
Subjects:	Bio-Based Phase Change Materials (PCMs) Thermal Energy Storage;Micro/Nano-Encapsulation Thermal Conductivity Enhancement Lifecycle Assessment
Online Access:	http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123025031421