South Korean scientists have developed a sunlight-powered system that recycles plastic bottles into clean hydrogen

 

 

South Korean scientists have developed a sunlight-powered system that recycles plastic bottles into clean hydrogen, addressing both pollution and energy needs. The device breaks down PET bottles into byproducts while releasing hydrogen. It ran outdoors for over two months, maintaining efficiency even in challenging conditions like seawater and alkaline environments.

Larger versions of the floating catalyst system have shown the potential to generate significant amounts of hydrogen, turning everyday plastic waste into a sustainable fuel source.