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An international team of researchers has developed a new type of electrolyser that makes it possible to produce hydrogen more efficiently and economically.
The new electrolyzer uses an alkaline membrane that allows an electric current to be conducted and split water into hydrogen and oxygen. Scientists have developed a special coating of nickel compounds, which is applied directly to the membrane and effectively catalyzes the water splitting process.
Thanks to the conducted research, scientists were able to study in detail the working mechanism of the new catalyst and optimize its properties. It turned out that under certain conditions, nickel compounds pass into the active phase, which is comparable in effectiveness to iridium.
Hydrogen is considered one of the most promising energy sources of the future. It can be used in various fields, from transport to industry. However, the widespread adoption of hydrogen technologies is held back by the high cost of hydrogen production.
New method of hydrogen production, developed by scientists, makes this technology more accessible and opens new perspectives for its commercial application. This can accelerate the transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy.
Scientists plan to continue research in this direction and optimize the new method of hydrogen production. They are confident that their development will make it possible to create more efficient and economical electrolyzers, which will contribute to the wide spread of hydrogen technologies.
