The impact of interface and heterostructure on the stability of perovskite-based solar cells

Abstract

Perovskite solar cells have made significant progress in achieving high power conversion efficiency (>26%) in the past decade. However, achieving long-term stability comparable to established silicon solar cells is still a significant challenge, requiring further investigation into degradation mechanisms and continued exploration of interface engineering strategies. Here we review stability at the interfaces between perovskite and charge transport layers. These interfaces are particularly vulnerable to defects and degradation under external stresses such as heat, light, and bias, further compounded by their ionic nature and thermal expansion mismatch. To address these issues, strategies such as the use of additives, organic self-assembled monolayers, and low-dimensional perovskites have been developed to improve interface stability. These approaches enhance crystallinity, reduce defect-related recombination, and improve mechanical toughness.