Harnessing the Power of Carbon Dioxide Recycling to Play a Role in Electrolyte Innovation
The use of carbon dioxide (CO2) as an energy storage and conversion medium is gaining attention in the energy industry. A new study by researchers at the University of Cambridge has revealed an unexpected role for CO2 in the electrolyte of an electrochemical cell, which could lead to more efficient energy storage and conversion technologies.
The team found that the addition of CO2 to the electrolyte of an electrochemical cell increases the cell’s potential for energy storage and conversion, as well as for recycling materials. This could have a major impact on the development of new energy storage and conversion technologies, as well as reducing the environmental impact of current technologies.
The researchers found that the addition of CO2 to the electrolyte improved the performance of the cell in terms of energy storage and conversion. This is due to the fact that CO2 reacts with the electrolyte, forming carbonate ions which can act as carriers of charge, allowing for more efficient energy transfer and storage.
source: Phys.org