Sunlight-powered system mimics plants to power carbon capture
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Cornell researchers have developed a sunlight-powered carbon capture system inspired by plants. The process uses light to create a reactive molecule that grabs carbon dioxide, then releases it for storage or reuse. This method could significantly reduce costs and emissions associated with current carbon capture technologies.
The team successfully tested their system on real-world flue samples from a campus power plant. Researchers are now exploring applications for air capture and other gas separations, potentially revolutionizing energy-intensive industrial processes.
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