A team at City University of Hong Kong has developed a novel approach to converting environmental temperature fluctuations into clean chemical energy using pyroelectric catalysis. By combining pyroelectric materials with localized plasmonic heat sources, the researchers achieved significantly faster and more efficient pyro-catalytic re...
SourceCity University of Hong Kong·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 11, 2023
Researchers from City University of Hong Kong and Australia developed a new method to enhance charge mobility in metal oxide catalysts, leading to improved water splitting efficiency. The method involves phosphorus doping, which reduces energy losses and increases charge separation efficiency.
SourceCity University of Hong Kong·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 5, 2023
Developed by Incheon National University researchers, the new membranes exhibit high mechanical strength, phase separation, and ionic conductivity. The 40% crosslinked membrane showed the highest relative humidity, normalized conductivity, and peak power density, surpassing commercial membranes.
SourceIncheon National University·JournalJournal of Membrane Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 4, 2023
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The article discusses how the Inflation Reduction Act's hydrogen production tax credit could backfire by increasing carbon pollution without proper implementation. To mitigate this, researchers suggest enforcing additional guidelines for clean energy procurement alongside the tax credit.
SourcePrinceton University, Engineering School·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 20, 2022
Engineers at RMIT University have developed a method to boost green hydrogen production through electrolysis by up to 14 times using high-frequency vibrations. This innovation tackles the high cost of electrode materials and eliminates the need for corrosive electrolytes, making it cheaper and more efficient.
SourceRMIT University·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 12, 2022
Researchers from City University of Hong Kong developed a new ultra-stable hydrogen evolution reaction electrocatalyst based on two-dimensional mineral gel nanosheets. The catalyst exhibits excellent electrocatalytic activity and long-term durability, with an overpotential of only 38.5 mV at 10 mA cm−2.
SourceCity University of Hong Kong·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 1, 2022
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Researchers at Chalmers University have developed an optical hydrogen sensor that can detect extremely low levels of hydrogen, allowing for early detection and alarm. The sensor uses AI technology to optimize particle arrangement and geometry, achieving sensitivity in the parts per billion range.
SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateNov 30, 2022
The new catalyst uses energy from light to convert ammonia into clean-burning hydrogen fuel, breaking the need for heat and potentially reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The discovery paves the way for sustainable, low-cost hydrogen production locally rather than in massive centralized plants.
SourceRice University·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 24, 2022
A German-Chinese research team has created a more precise understanding of the behavior of tiny droplets and vapor bubbles using computer simulation. The findings have the potential to improve cooling systems for microprocessors and enhance the efficiency of green hydrogen production, as well as aid in the development of new materials.
SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf·JournalJournal of Colloid and Interface Science·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateNov 23, 2022
Scientists have created a novel, noble-metal-free catalyst for producing hydrogen from water, which could lower costs and increase sustainability. The high-entropy alloy's remarkable performance and corrosion resistance were demonstrated in practical experiments.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateNov 21, 2022
The formation of fine bubbles in catalyst pores enhances gas generation reactions from liquid phase systems. This leads to a significant increase in the release of hydrogen per unit time, making the technology more compact and powerful. The discovery provides new insights into performance-limiting factors in heterogeneous catalysis.
SourceForschungszentrum Juelich·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 17, 2022
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A new project at Aarhus University aims to develop Denmark's first reactor for carbon-negative hydrogen production from biogas using catalytic pyrolysis. The technology converts captured CO2 into solid form while producing hydrogen, reducing energy consumption by one-fifth compared to green hydrogen production.
Researchers at West Virginia University are exploring a new approach to produce clean hydrogen fuel using low-tech organic materials. They aim to create efficient and economically viable gasification systems that can transform biomass into ultrapure hydrogen, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Researchers develop Janus Bi, a platform for creating highly asymmetrical nano-architectures with 2D materials, inspired by nature's efficient light transformation processes. The project aims to produce scalable nanotechnological objects with light conversion capabilities.
Researchers developed a new approach to fabricate multilayered ceramic membranes with ceria-based thin-film for stable hydrogen production. The interface-reaction-induced reassembly method resulted in highly dense and adherent layers with reduced ionic transport resistance, enabling long durability (>1000 hours) in practical conditions.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·DateNov 7, 2022
A KAUST-led team creates selective anode catalysts for stable and efficient hydrogen evolution in seawater splitting. The nanoreactors exhibited high electrocatalytic activity and stability due to their unique structure, isolating the electrolysis from side reactions.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalChem Catalysis·DateOct 30, 2022
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Researchers at NUS discovered a new mechanism in water electrolysis that triggers a brand new electro-catalytic reaction when exposed to light. This breakthrough improves the efficiency of producing hydrogen, which can be used as a cleaner fuel source, and could revolutionize industrial processes.
SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalNature·DateOct 26, 2022
Researchers at UNIST developed superaerophobic polyethyleneimine hydrogels to improve electrochemical hydrogen production by promoting bubble detachment. These hydrogels can be easily coated on electrodes, allowing for controlled pore size and porosity, leading to enhanced performance.
SourceUlsan National Institute of Science and Technology(UNIST)·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·DateOct 25, 2022
Engineers at Rice University have discovered a method to make oxygen evolution catalysis in acids more economical and practical. They replaced rare and expensive iridium with ruthenium, a far more abundant precious metal, as the positive-electrode catalyst in a reactor that splits water into hydrogen and oxygen.
SourceRice University·JournalNature Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 20, 2022
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Researchers at the University of Würzburg have developed an artificial enzyme that can split water into oxygen and hydrogen with high efficiency. The enzyme-like catalyst was designed to mimic the natural process of photosynthesis, and its development is a significant step towards sustainable hydrogen production.
SourceUniversity of Würzburg·JournalNature Catalysis·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 3, 2022
New research models the value of clean hydrogen in decarbonizing heavy industries and transportation in China. A widespread application of clean hydrogen in HTA sectors can save $1.72 trillion in investment costs and avoid a 0.13% loss in aggregate GDP.
SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalNature Energy·DateSep 29, 2022
Researchers from Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology design a novel approach to create durable organic semiconductor photocathodes, enabling high-efficiency conversion of solar energy to hydrogen. The developed photocathodes demonstrate remarkable stability and can produce hydrogen under actual sunlight.
SourceGIST (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology)·JournalJournal of Materials Chemistry A·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 22, 2022
The ANEMEL project aims to develop efficient electrolysers for green hydrogen production, targeting low-grade water sources. The €3 million EU funding will expedite prototype design and catalyse commercialisation of the technology.
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Researchers at the University of Oklahoma and Iowa State University are exploring a four-year project to create carbon-neutral or carbon-negative hydrogen energy by converting methane into solid carbon. The team aims to create new value from the byproduct, solid carbon, which could benefit society in various ways.
Researchers have developed a new catalyst that efficiently produces hydrogen and oxygen from both seawater and freshwater using a single compound. The catalyst simplifies the engineering challenges of water splitting and reduces costs, making it an attractive option for producing clean energy.
SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalEnergy & Environmental Science·DateSep 8, 2022
Scientists have developed a new solar-powered laser with improved conversion efficiency, enabling more stable and efficient space-based energy generation. The design features four mirrors and laser rods, allowing for precise control over the pump cavity and minimizing thermal stress effects.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Photonics for Energy·DateSep 7, 2022
Scientists have found a novel structure in bismuth oxychloride, featuring a sextuple Bi-O layer composed of rock-salt and fluorite units, which enhances photocatalytic activity. This discovery could lead to improved hydrogen production material designs.
SourceKyoto University·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 24, 2022
Researchers from Tokyo Institute of Technology have developed a surface-modified dye-sensitized nanosheet catalyst that can suppress undesirable back electron transfer and improve water splitting activity. This results in an efficient Z-scheme overall water splitting system with improved hydrogen production.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 18, 2022
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Argonne researchers develop a new way to calculate the environmental impact of ammonia production, evaluating two promising methods: carbon capture and water electrolysis. The study aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel use in fertilizer production.
SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalGreen Chemistry·DateAug 4, 2022
Researchers at KAUST have found that molybdenum plays a central role in electrochemical hydride transfer, a process for producing valuable chemicals or carbon-free fuels. The discovery could enable more sustainable production of sustainable fuels and chemicals.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalNature Catalysis·DateAug 2, 2022
Researchers have developed a method to convert methane into methanol under ambient conditions, reducing carbon dioxide emissions and paving the way for alternative fuels. The process uses photocatalysts and has potential to mitigate climate change by utilizing methane reserves.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalChemical Communications·DateAug 2, 2022
Researchers at the University of Manchester captured images of single atoms 'swimming' in liquid for the first time, revealing how liquid affects atomic behavior. The discovery could have widespread impact on green technologies like hydrogen production and clean water generation.
SourceUniversity of Manchester·JournalNature·DateJul 27, 2022
A team of researchers from Tokyo University of Science has developed a novel multi-proton carrier complex that shows efficient proton conductivity even at high temperatures. The resulting starburst-type metal complex acts as a proton transmitter, making it 6 times more potent than individual imidazole molecules.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalChemistry - A European Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 18, 2022
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Scientists at Chung-Ang University have created a new catalyst that can efficiently generate hydrogen from water without the need for expensive noble metals. The innovative heterostructured material boosts both the half-reactions, improving its overall performance and paving the way for large-scale industrial applications.
SourceChung Ang University·JournalSmall·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 13, 2022
A KAUST-led team developed organic semiconductor-based photocatalysts to store solar energy as clean hydrogen fuel. These catalysts can absorb visible light and generate long-lived charges, improving efficiency for hydrogen evolution.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalNature Energy·DateJun 9, 2022
A team of scientists at Tokyo University of Science has successfully produced hydrogen peroxide using spent coffee grounds and tea leaf residue. The new method, which is simple, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly, opens up new applications for unused biomass resources.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalACS Omega·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 9, 2022
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Researchers have discovered a way to create devices that mimic natural photosynthesis, producing fuels like hydrogen instead of sugars. The breakthrough uses bismuth oxyiodide, a non-toxic semiconductor material that can produce clean hydrogen from water over weeks.
SourceSt. John's College, University of Cambridge·JournalNature Materials·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 7, 2022
Scientists at TU Wien have developed a new photocatalyst design that can split water into hydrogen and oxygen using sunlight. This process, called photocatalytic water splitting, has the potential to produce environmentally friendly 'green hydrogen' with higher efficiency than traditional electrolysis methods.
SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalACS Catalysis·DateMay 31, 2022
A new energy-efficient way to produce hydrogen gas from ethanol and water has been developed, enabling on-site production at fueling stations. This innovation could make clean hydrogen fuel a more viable alternative for gasoline-powered cars, reducing the need for hazardous high-pressure hydrogen gas transportation.
SourceWashington State University·JournalApplied Catalysis·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 23, 2022
Researchers have developed a new type of separation membrane that can separate hydrogen from methane at speeds 100 times faster than conventional membranes. The graphene-wrapped zeolite membrane achieves a high separation factor of 245, making it suitable for energy-saving separation technologies in various industries.
SourceShinshu University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 18, 2022
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The study analyzes solar thermochemical hydrogen production, a potentially more energy-efficient method than electrolysis. The researchers identified key challenges and provided boundaries for hydrogen production costs, which could be crucial to meeting the Department of Energy's Hydrogen Energy Earthshot goal.
SourceDOE/National Renewable Energy Laboratory·JournalRenewable Energy·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 10, 2022
Researchers from the University of Minnesota Medical School found a link between diet type and hydrogen sulfide production in the gut. An animal-based diet was shown to increase toxic gas production, while fiber-containing foods were beneficial to gut health.
SourceUniversity of Minnesota Medical School·DateMay 3, 2022
A breakthrough in green technology has successfully produced both hydrogen gas and hydrogen peroxide simultaneously from sunlight and water using a hematite photocatalyst. This innovation could lead to a solar water-splitting utilization system with greater added value, enabling the widespread adoption of carbon-neutral energy sources.
SourceKobe University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 27, 2022
A new strain of algae has been identified that can produce green hydrogen gas via photosynthesis on an industrial scale. This breakthrough could accelerate the transition to environmentally friendly green hydrogen and reduce pollution. The researchers also plan to develop methods to increase production rates and reduce costs.
SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalCell Reports·DateApr 10, 2022
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Scientists have created new photoelectrode materials with improved performance by rapidly heating metal-oxide thin films to high temperatures without damaging the underlying glass substrate. This breakthrough increases the efficiency of solar water splitting and has potential applications for producing 'green' hydrogen and quantum dots.
SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalACS Energy Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 4, 2022
Researchers at TUM have developed a new process for producing ethanol from waste wood and hydrogen, resulting in a lower cost compared to traditional methods. The process has the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 75% and can be used as a low-carbon fuel alternative.
SourceTechnical University of Munich (TUM)·JournalFrontiers in Energy Research·DateMar 29, 2022
Researchers at KAUST have developed a low-cost method to generate carbon-free fuels by coating a metal foam with iron and cobalt nanomaterials. The device splits water molecules into oxygen and hydrogen, a potential green fuel, using renewable electricity.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalCell Reports Physical Science·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 10, 2022
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A new gas chromatography setup allows scientists to detect small amounts of hydrogen production in promising photocatalysts, enabling the discovery of more efficient materials. The system's affordability and ease of build make it accessible for researchers worldwide.
SourcePenn State·JournalReview of Scientific Instruments·DateFeb 28, 2022
Researchers at UCSC developed a simple method to make aluminum nanoparticles that split water and generate hydrogen gas rapidly. The gallium-aluminum composite creates aluminum nanoparticles that react with water at room temperature, yielding large amounts of hydrogen.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Cruz·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 18, 2022
The review article discusses unconventional metal-based materials for electrocatalysis, including s-, d-, and f-block metals. It aims to accelerate research and development of novel, innovative catalyst materials for efficient green hydrogen production.
SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeSystematic review·DateFeb 16, 2022
A new method to produce hydrogen from water has been discovered, using cobalt and manganese as catalysts. This breakthrough could lead to a cleaner and more sustainable hydrogen economy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
A Kyoto University-led team has created a novel hydrogen plant design that harnesses fully renewable resources to produce clean hydrogen with minimal associated CO2 emissions. The SABI-Hydrogen system uses solar heating and biomass gasification to produce hydrogen, resulting in an emission rate of only 1.04kg CO2/kg hydrogen produced.
SourceKyoto University·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 14, 2022
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Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a new water-splitting process and material that maximize the efficiency of producing carbon-free green hydrogen. The hybrid catalysts show superior performance for both oxygen and hydrogen splitting, making it an affordable and accessible option for industrial partners.
SourceGeorgia Institute of Technology·JournalApplied Catalysis·TypeObservational study·DateJan 14, 2022
Researchers have designed new catalysts that can improve the efficiency of hydrogen production through water electrolysis, potentially reducing costs by up to 80%. The breakthrough could help achieve the US goal of zero emissions by 2030.
SourceOregon State University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 10, 2021
Researchers successfully reproduced the formation of methane from diamonds under high-pressure conditions, shedding light on the deep Earth's carbon cycle. This finding suggests that hydrocarbons like methane can be created without biological activities, which has significant implications for our understanding of the planet's climate.
SourceUniversità di Bologna·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 10, 2021
A study by the Paul Scherrer Institute finds that blue hydrogen can play a positive role in the energy transition under certain conditions, especially when carbon capture and storage is used effectively. However, methane leakage along the supply chain can reduce its climate benefits.
SourcePaul Scherrer Institute·JournalSustainable Energy & Fuels·TypeMeta-analysis·DateDec 2, 2021
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A team of researchers explored the possibility of producing hydrogen from offshore wind in China and delivering it to Japan at a cost competitive with the country's future projections. The study found that Chinese-produced hydrogen could supply Japan's net-zero transition needs by 2030, even under a high-cost scenario.
SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 1, 2021
A comprehensive review of similarity theory in PEMFC research reveals its potential to accelerate progress. The study highlights the benefits of using dimensionless analysis to compare results and reduce testing efforts. However, challenges remain in developing integrated performance criteria.
SourceCactus Communications·JournalEnergy Storage and Saving·TypeLiterature review·DateNov 30, 2021
Researchers developed a nickel-cobalt metal dimer on nitrogen-doped carbon that can catalyze electrolysis under both acidic and basic conditions. The new system exhibits comparable overvoltage to commercial Pt-based catalysts and shows significant activity enhancements compared to individual single-atom catalysts.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 19, 2021
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Researchers from Australian National University warn that Australia's hydrogen strategy lacks distinction between green and blue hydrogen, which could increase emissions. Large-scale investment in fossil fuel-based hydrogen with carbon capture technology may be risky due to substantial fugitive emissions.
SourceAustralian National University·JournalApplied Energy·DateNov 17, 2021