Advancements In Energy Storage Materials Are Overcoming Challenges and Shaping Future Innovations

Year : 2026 | Volume : 14 | Special Issue 03 | Page : 704 723
By

Hari Shankar Biswas,

Shib Shankar Biswas,

Amit Kumar Kundu,

Dilip Kumar Maiti,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, Surendranath College, 24/2, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, Surendranath College, 24/2, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
  3. Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, Sripat Singh College, Jiaganj, Murshidabad, West Bengal, India
  4. Professor, Department of Chemistry, University of Calcutta, University College of Science, 92, A. P. C. Road, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Abstract

The pursuit of efficient energy storage technologies is critical for advancing renewable energy systems and improving the performance of electric vehicles. This review emphasizes the synergistic contributions of polymers and composite materials in phase change materials (PCMs), zinc-based batteries (ZnBs), lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), and graphene-based systems. PCMs, particularly polymer-encapsulated and polymer-stabilized composites, demonstrate a remarkable ability to store and release thermal energy, enabling improved thermal management and operational stability. In parallel, polymer electrolytes and binders play a vital role in ZnBs and LIBs, enhancing ionic conductivity, safety, and structural integrity. The integration of graphene within polymer matrices further advances electrode design, offering exceptional electrical conductivity, mechanical robustness, and multifunctionality for next-generation batteries. Special attention is given to polymer–graphene hybrid composites, which not only improve charge transport but also extend cycle life and mitigate degradation. By synthesizing recent findings, this review elucidates the interplay of polymers and composite-based strategies with PCMs, ZnBs, and LIBs, proposing a holistic framework for the development of high-performance, sustainable energy storage systems. The integration of polymeric materials with graphene-based composites represents a promising frontier, paving the way toward safer, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible energy solutions.

Keywords: Phase change materials (PCMs), zinc-based batteries (ZnBs), lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), graphene-based composites, energy storage technologies, thermal management, energy density, sustainable energy systems, polymeric materials.

[This article belongs to Special Issue under section in Journal of Polymer & Composites (jopc)]

How to cite this article: Hari Shankar Biswas, Shib Shankar Biswas, Amit Kumar Kundu, Dilip Kumar Maiti. Advancements In Energy Storage Materials Are Overcoming Challenges and Shaping Future Innovations. Journal of Polymer & Composites. 2026; 14(03):704-723.
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Received 26/07/2025
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Published 19/05/2026
Publication Time 297 Days

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