Electrolysis gets a boost from metal scraps

A person in overalls and protective gloves holding a mass of curled metal strips next to a large pile of the same metal strips

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Waste metals transformed into catalysts for clean fuel production

Researchers have developed a method to transform waste metal scraps into catalysts for clean hydrogen production using single atoms of platinum and cobalt. This reduces the need for rare earth elements and offers a sustainable solution for clean energy production. Use this story and the accompanying summary slide for a real-world context when studying electrolysis and catalysis with your 14–16 learners. 

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