PROJECT OBJECTIVES

Overview

SOLE-H2 is structured around a set of coordinated research activities aimed at developing innovative solutions for the direct production of hydrogen from solar radiation.

The project integrates expertise in chemistry, materials science and energy conversion to address key scientific and technological challenges.

Main objectives

The main objectives of SOLE-H2 include:

• Development of advanced materials
  Design and synthesis of molecular and supramolecular systems (organic, inorganic and hybrid) for efficient solar light absorption and hydrogen production.

• Solar-to-hydrogen conversion systems
  Investigation and optimization of photo-driven processes for hydrogen generation from water, based on direct solar energy conversion.

• Biohybrid approaches
  Exploration of integrated systems combining chemical and biological components for the valorization of waste streams, including wastewater and lignocellulosic biomass.

• System integration and scalability
  Development of modular and decentralized configurations, with a focus on scalability from laboratory to application-relevant conditions.

• Sustainability and materials selection
  Use of abundant, low-cost and non-critical materials, in line with long-term sustainability goals.

Approach

The project follows a multidisciplinary approach, combining:

• experimental research

• materials design and characterization

• system-level integration

with the goal of advancing the technology readiness of solar-driven hydrogen production systems.

Expected outcomes

SOLE-H2 aims to:

• demonstrate the feasibility of direct solar hydrogen production

• provide new materials and concepts for energy conversion

• contribute to the development of sustainable and decentralized hydrogen technologies

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