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Korean Scientists Transform Plastic Waste into Clean Hydrogen Fuel

6/13/2025

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Korean scientists have unveiled a groundbreaking green technology that transforms plastic waste into clean hydrogen fuel using sunlight and water. Developed at the Institute for Basic Science, this innovative photocatalytic system stabilizes the catalyst within a polymer network, efficiently converting PET bottles into hydrogen. This remarkable advancement not only combats environmental pollution but also propels clean energy initiatives forward.

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Korean scientists have unveiled a groundbreaking green technology that transforms plastic waste into clean hydrogen fuel using sunlight and water. Developed at the Institute for Basic Science, this innovative photocatalytic system stabilizes the catalyst within a polymer network, efficiently converting PET bottles into hydrogen. This remarkable advancement not only combats environmental pollution but also propels clean energy initiatives forward.