Valorization of oil palm trunk into high-value carbon materials via hydrothermal and chemical activation for supercapacitor

Key Points

• Carbon materials derived from oil palm trunk significantly enhance supercapacitor performance, providing sustainable energy solutions.
• With a focus on hydrothermal and chemical activation techniques, the study shows energy storage boosts of 40% over conventional materials.
• Analysis of energy storage capabilities highlighted the potential of oil palm trunk as a renewable resource for high-value applications.
• This highlights the necessity for further research into sustainable materials, indicating a path for renewable energy solutions in supercapacitor technology.