Artificial photosynthesis to extract carbon from the atmosphere
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In the near future, artificial photosynthesis may be the secret to sustaining life in space colonies.
This technology can also help to improve global food security!
Scientists are already using artificial photosynthesis to produce sustainable fuels.
https://chemistry.illinois.edu/news/2019-05-23/prashant-jain-sungju-yu-have-successfully-used-artificial-photosynthesis-transform
These researchers have also discovered a way to use artificial photosynthesis to create biodegradable plastics.
https://www.imeche.org/news/news-article/artificial-photosynthesis-uses-co2-to-create-biodegradable-plastics
Artificial photosynthesis can extract huge amounts of carbon from the air, limiting (or even reversing) global warming.