Recent progress in organic-based radiative cooling materials: fabrication methods and thermal management properties

Organic-based materials capable of radiative cooling have attracted widespread interest in recent years due to their ease of engineering and good adaptability to different application scenarios. As a cooling material for walls, clothing, and electronic devices, these materials can reduce the energy consumption load of air conditioning, improve thermal comfort, and reduce carbon emissions. In this paper, an overview is given of the current fabrication strategies of organic-based radiative cooling materials, and of their properties. The methods and joint thermal management strategies including evaporative cooling, phase-change materials, fluorescence, and light-absorbing materials that have been demonstrated in conjunction with a radiative cooling function are also discussed. This review provides a comprehensive overview of organic-based radiative cooling, exemplifying the emerging application directions in this field and highlighting promising future research directions in the field.

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Organic-based materials with radiative cooling capability have gained significant attention due to their easy engineering and adaptability. These materials, used for cooling walls, clothing, and electronic devices, can reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions. This paper provides an overview of current fabrication strategies and properties of organic-based radiative cooling materials, as well as joint thermal management strategies. It highlights promising research directions and emerging application areas in this field.