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Researchers develop floating factories to make Green Fuel

by admineconai November 13, 2023
written by admineconai November 13, 2023
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Scientists from the University of Cambridge are working on a project that could pave the way for automated floating factories producing green petrol or diesel.

The Cambridge project is said to be based on a floating artificial leaf which has been developed at the university and which can turn sunlight, water and carbon dioxide into synthetic fuel. The group believe these thin, flexible devices could one day be exploited on a industrial scale.

Reacting, Erwin Reisner, the professor of energy and sustainability at Cambridge University said that solar panels are excellent at generating electricity and are making a great contribution to the world reaching its net zero aspirations.

“But using sunlight to make non-fossil fuels that could be burned by cars or ships takes things a stage further, “he said.

Inspired by photosynthesis in plants, thin-film metal oxides and perovskite materials resulted in a highly efficient, millimetre-thick device resembling a natural leaf.

Read also: Countries in Kenya to discuss global plastic pollution treaty

This artificial leaf, which floats on water, uses sunlight to produce hydrogen and carbon monoxide. The artificial factories provides the groundwork for green kerosene and eco-friendly diesel or petrol.

Beyond automobiles, the technology holds promise for significant sectors like shipping and aviation. Cargo vessels, responsible for over 80% of global trade, emit substantial carbon dioxide.

The researchers said that providing an alternative source of transport for vessels and ships could revolutionize how we run the world.

Story was adapted from the Morning News.

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