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Berkeley Scientists Discover Inexpensive Metal Catalyst for Generating Hydrogen From Water

April 30, 2010

Berkeley Lab researchers have discovered an inexpensive metal that can generate hydrogen from neutral water, even if it is dirty, and can operate in sea water. Experts agree that hydrogen can play a key role in future renewable energy technologies if a relatively cheap, efficient and carbon-neutral means of producing it can be developed. Full Story

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