Researchers unveil process to make hydrogen gas from glycerol

Researchers in Lees, England have developed a process to convert glycerol to hydrogen gas. The new process is reported to be substantially cheaper than water electrolysis, the most popular production method for hydrogen. In the process, researcher mix glycerol with steam and produce water, carbon dioxide and hydrogen, producing pure hydrogen gas after the carbon is absorbed by special filters.

Glycerol is a byproduct of biodiesel production that must be removed to prevent engine damage.

England contrinues to be a leader in glycerol-related research. In England, researchers earlier this year at the University of Leicester announced the discovery of a new technique for removing glycerol from vegetable oils.

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