We have recently learned that the high levels of carbon dioxide we breathe for extended periods inside planes can cause neurological problems.
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Drop-In Solar Fuels from Carbon Dioxide and Water: Performance Indicators
Various approaches for converting CO2 and H2O to liquid hydrocarbons using solar energy involve electro/photo/thermochemical catalytic processes and combinations thereof exist.
Carbon Nanotube Surfaces as Ultrafast Emitters
Carbon nanotube surfaces as ultrafast electron sources could influence the next generation of attosecond science and light-wave electronics research.
Carbon Dioxide Desalination
Imagine a scenario where CO2 greenhouse gas emissions could be used to desalinate briny water. This would be a creative way of killing two birds with one stone, namely helping to ameliorate global-warming-induced climate change and producing high quality water for agriculture and drinking purposes.
Decarbonizing Natural Gas: Methane Fuel without Carbon Dioxide
A fascinating approach for utilizing the chemical energy contained in the carbon–hydrogen bonds of methane without the co-production of carbon dioxide in the combustion process is discussed.
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Thermoelectric Material for Carbon Dioxide Hydrogenation [Video]
Researchers from Cranfield University and Queen Mary University of London report the use of a thermoelectric material as a catalyst support and promotor for carbon dioxide hydrogenation. Using a specially designed reactor chamber, they achieve simultaneous thermoelectric energy harvesting and catalysis.
3D Anode for Direct Carbon Fuel Cells
Idaho National Laboratory researchers design a 3D ultraporous ceramic framework as an anode for high-performance direct carbon fuel cells. below 600 °C. The cell can be operated efficiently at temperatures under 600 °C using solid carbon as fuel.
Photothermal Synergistic Catalysis for Efficient Carbon Dioxide Conversion
A vibrant new catalyst platform for harnessing abundant solar-energy to produce high-value hydrocarbons from a CO2 feedstock is demonstrated.
Drought-Tolerant Crops? Targeting Carbon May Be the Way Forward
Research shows that the secret to crop drought resilience may lie within a sugar-signalling pathway.
Economic Growth and Development with Low-Carbon Energy
An overview article, which has been published in WIREs Energy and Environment, explores the growth consequences of the shift to a low-carbon economy.
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