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Remarkable new battery splits water to create hydrogen fuel

The article from BGR discusses a groundbreaking development in battery technology by researchers at the University of Cambridge. They have created a battery that not only stores energy but also produces hydrogen fuel by splitting water. This innovative battery uses a redox flow system, where during charging, water is split into hydrogen and oxygen, and the hydrogen is stored. When the battery discharges, it releases the stored energy, and the hydrogen can be used as fuel. This dual functionality could potentially revolutionize energy storage and usage, offering a sustainable solution for both energy storage and the production of clean fuel. The technology promises to be scalable, cost-effective, and could play a significant role in the transition to renewable energy sources by providing a method to store excess energy from renewables like solar and wind, and convert it into hydrogen, which can be used in fuel cells or directly as a fuel source.

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