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Breakthrough Technique Converts CO2 to Oxygen with 98.6% Yield

3/25/2025

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Researchers at Nanjing University have unveiled a groundbreaking electrochemical technique that transforms carbon dioxide (CO2) into pure oxygen (O2) with an impressive 98.6% yield, utilizing lithium as a mediator. This innovative method holds promise for combating climate change, enhancing space exploration, and improving industrial waste management, marking a significant step towards achieving carbon neutrality.

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Researchers at Nanjing University have unveiled a groundbreaking electrochemical technique that transforms carbon dioxide (CO2) into pure oxygen (O2) with an impressive 98.6% yield, utilizing lithium as a mediator. This innovative method holds promise for combating climate change, enhancing space exploration, and improving industrial waste management, marking a significant step towards achieving carbon neutrality.