SMRTR Science & EngineeringApr 6, 2025Interesting Engineering

Sun-powered hydrosponge harvests water from air with 40% less energy

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Scientists in Shanghai have developed a 'hydrosponge' that efficiently extracts water from air using only sunlight. The eco-friendly material, called CPPY@LiCl, combines features of hydrogels and sponges to absorb and release water easily, potentially providing clean drinking water in remote areas with 6.29 liters harvested per square meter.

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