Preface

The global pursuit of carbon neutrality has become increasingly urgent in response to critical energy and environmental challenges.Achieving this target requires the development and implementation of technologies and strategies that encompass renewable energy conversion, clean and efficient utilization of fossil fuels, CO 2 emission reduction, low-carbon solutions for environmental problems, and the recovery of resources from pollutants and waste.This book presents a comprehensive and integrated overview of carbon neutrality technologies, with a unique focus on both energy conversion and environmental control.It covers key developments ranging from fundamental scientific principles to engineering applications, including catalytic materials, applied devices, and technique innovations.This book not only provides insights into the current state of low-carbon technology research but also highlights its potential applications in advancing a zero-carbon economy.These advancements are pivotal for ensuring sustainable development, attracting significant attention from both the scientific and industrial communities.It aims to inspire further progress in the development of sustainable and carbon-neutral solutions, shaping the future of energy and environmental sciences.The book comprises 11 chapters.Chapter 1 discusses the present application of renewable energy and a techno-economic analysis for future development, contributed by Su Zhou (corresponding author) and Xiaojie Jia.Chapter 2 discusses the development and industrial application of photovoltaic power technology, ranging from traditional silicon solar cells to the more advanced thin film perovskite solar cell, contributed by Farzaneh Arabpour Roghabadi (corresponding author), Maryam Alidaei and Vahid Ahmadi.Chapter 3 discusses major advancements in environmentally friendly and