New panels produce hydrogen fuel using only water, sunlight and no electricity
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A German startup called Photreon has developed solar panels that produce hydrogen fuel directly from water and sunlight, skipping the usual two-step process of solar power generation and electrolysis. Using photocatalysis, light-sensitive materials split water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen in a single step, cutting complexity and costs. The modular panels can be deployed on rooftops or in large solar farms, enabling on-site hydrogen production for industries in remote or underserved areas.
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