Australian scientists have discovered an enzyme that converts air into energy. This enzyme uses the low amounts of the hydrogen in the atmosphere to create an electrical current.
For the first time, researchers have created an iron molecule that can function both as a photocatalyst to produce fuel and in solar cells to produce electricity. The iron molecule could replace the rare metals used today.
Based on a recent auction for 500 megawatts of capacity in Bhadla solar park in Rajasthan, India, solar power is now cheaper than electricity from coal.
CME Director Bruce Mountain calculated Australian homes with rooftop solar panels and a Tesla Powerwall 2.0 are cost-competitive against grid power sources.
