Development of hydrogen-related technologies is essential to realize and sustain a carbon-neutral society. Hydrogen is obtained from water electrolysis; however, the existing catalysts are made of rare and expensive metals. A research group led by the University of Tsukuba has developed a novel and highly active catalyst for water electrolysis using boron and sulfur, which are abundant and inexpensive.
This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: Credit: 3rdtimeluckystudio/Shutterstock Society must reduce the utilization rate of fossil fuels and use renewable energy generated using solar and wind power efficiently to achieve a carbon-neutral society, where greenhouse gas emissions and absorption are balanced. Moreover, hydrogen (green hydrogen) obtained from water electrolysis using renewable energy is crucial for reducing the environmental impact. Electrode catalysts promote oxygen evolution reactions to make…