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Novel method to transform greenhouse gases into valuable chemicals ranked among year’s top breakthroughs
Published: 9 January 2025
A groundbreaking discovery by Ï㽶ÊÓƵ researchers is among the top scientific advances of 2024, according to .
The scientists developed a novel method to transform two greenhouse gases—methane and carbon dioxide—into valuable chemicals using sunlight. This innovation could help reduce emissions and provide a more sustainable way to produce certain industrial products.
The finding was featured in the magazine’s annual Top 10 list recognizing the most impactful scientific achievements in Quebec.
Chao-Jun Li, Distinguished James McGill Professor in the Department of Chemistry led the research team.