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Special electrodes will produce hydrogen fuel directly from seawater

Last updated: September 19, 2024 9:03 pm
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The development of electrodes that can produce hydrogen from seawater without generating toxic chlorine gas marks a significant milestone in the renewable energy industry. This breakthrough technology, designed by Equatic, a California-based startup with support from the US Department of Energy’s ARPA-E, promises to revolutionize the process of electrolysis by utilizing the abundant resource of seawater.

Unlike traditional electrolysis, which requires pure water, this new method uses a negatively-charged cathode and a positively-charged anode to split seawater into four streams: oxygen, hydrogen, and two harmless acidic and alkaline streams. These byproducts can be easily recycled back into the ocean, making the process environmentally friendly and sustainable.

One of the key challenges of using seawater in electrolysis is its corrosive nature, which can degrade components and create toxic chlorine gas. To overcome this issue, Equatic has developed an innovative anode that selectively splits oxygen from water molecules without generating chlorine gas. This breakthrough technology is expected to have a lifespan of at least three years, making it a viable solution for commercial-scale hydrogen production.

While the laboratory tests have shown promising results, further validation in real-world conditions is necessary to ensure the technology’s effectiveness. Equatic plans to produce these electrodes at a factory in California and deploy them in a demonstration plant in Singapore. This plant is expected to remove 10 tonnes of CO2 and produce 300 kilograms of hydrogen per day, showcasing the potential of seawater as a clean and abundant source of hydrogen fuel.

Overall, this innovative approach to electrolysis not only addresses the challenges of using seawater but also opens up new possibilities for sustainable energy production. With the increasing demand for clean energy solutions, technologies like these are essential for reducing carbon emissions and transitioning towards a greener future.

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