A breakthrough that turns exhaust CO2 into useful materials

ScienceDaily
Jan 29, 2026, 5:28 am67 pts
Scientists have created a device that captures carbon dioxide and transforms it into a useful chemical in a single step. The new electrode works with realistic exhaust gases rather than requiring purified CO2. It converts the captured gas into formic acid, which is used in energy and manufacturing. The system…

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