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Cambridge Scientists Turn Plastic Waste & CO2 into Fuel with Solar Power

British University of Cambridge’s researchers have successfully developed a groundbreaking system that converts plastic waste and greenhouse gases into sustainable fuel using solar energy.
The system is a game-changer in terms of addressing the growing environmental problem of plastic waste and carbon dioxide emissions.
According to a statement from the University of Cambridge, the system can convert two types of the most dangerous waste that the environment faces into chemical products. The initial tests have been successful, with carbon dioxide being converted into syngas, a mixture of gases that contain significant amounts of carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and hydrogen, which is a crucial building block for sustainable liquid fuels. The plastic bottles were transformed into “glycolic” acid, a chemical widely used in the cosmetics industry.
This innovation could potentially revolutionise the way we deal with waste management and greenhouse gas emissions.
With the increasing demand for sustainable fuel sources, this system could help reduce the reliance on fossil fuels and contribute to a cleaner and greener future. The University of Cambridge researchers are optimistic that this system could be scalable and provide a solution to the growing environmental challenges facing our planet.
The development of this system could also have a significant impact on the cosmetics industry as glycolic acid is widely used in cosmetic products. This system could also provide a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to the traditional method of producing glycolic acid, which involves the use of non-renewable resources.
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