Uncovering the hidden cost of water splitting
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Decarbonization & Sustainability
One of Northwestern’s priorities is to lead in decarbonization, renewable energy and sustainability.
Northwestern’s proven leadership and exceptional strengths in sustainability-focused areas are driving impactful action and solutions to the climate crisis.
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Carbon capture could become practical with these scalable, affordable materials
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New carbon-negative material could make concrete and cement more sustainable
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Plastic recycling gets a breath of fresh air
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Brewing tea removes lead from water
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This sponge soaks up pollutants but saves valuable minerals
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A new vision for University-wide water research
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Green battery discovery turns trash into treasure
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