First principles investigation of thermoelectric and mechanical properties of VScO3 semiconductor perovskite for sustainable and renewable energy

•VScO3 Semiconductor Perovskite is considered as a potential candidate for thermoelectric application.•VScO3 perovskite elastic constants verify Born's mechanical stability criteria and characterized by ductile manner.•VScO3 perovskite is favorable for elevated temperature applications.•VScO3 semiconductor perovskite is suitable for sustainable and renewable energy applications.