An overview of tin based perovskite solar cells: Stability and efficiency
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
3-1-2025
Abstract
Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) are a category of third-generation solar cells technology, which gained significant attention due to their cost-effectiveness and electricity generation capabilities. However, there are concerns regarding the use of lead (Pb) in traditional PSCs, particularly its potential impact on the environment and human health. Consequently, the advancement of lead-free perovskite solar cells is of utmost importance to safeguard both the environment and human well-being. Tin-based perovskites present a promising alternative to lead-based PSCs. Tin (Sn) has shown promising optoelectronic properties and can be used as a substitute for lead. However, there are obstacles associated with the weak stability of Sn2+ ions that must be overcome in order to develop tin-based PSCs that are both extremely stable and efficient. This review specifically examines the progress made within the field of lead free tin-based perovskite solar cells, with a particular focus on stability and efficiency. The discussion delves into the effect of various cations and their compositions on the devices' stability. It is important to mention that devices based on tin halide perovskites have achieved an unexpectedly high level of efficiency in a short amount of time. Moreover, this review provides a summary of the strategies that have been employed to enhance, and improve the stability and the overall efficiency of tin-based PSCs.
Keywords
Electron-Transport layer, Halide perovskites, Performance, Defects, Energy
Divisions
universiti
Funders
Sharda University - Universitas Negeri Malang under Ministry of Higher Educa-tion, Sciences and Technology of Indonesia [Grant No: SU/SF/2023/02]
Publication Title
Current Applied Physics
Volume
71
Publisher
Elsevier
Publisher Location
RADARWEG 29, 1043 NX AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS