Climate Tech: Race to Net-Zero

So plastics are bad yes? No! Plastics are actually great, because they're so versatile (hence the amount of things we use them for). But therein lies the problem. The plastics we use, as I'm sure you'll know, don't biodegrade so they're clogging up our oceans, our soil and just generally killing the planet. So as an industry and a society, we have to look to greener alternatives, like bio-polymers. My talk focusses on a key challenge behind producing versatile bio-polymers and how I looked at overcoming this through my Master’s thesis.

Everyone wants hydrogen power, but platinum is expensive. Hydrogen fuel cells and electrolysers often use platinum catalysts. The plan? Make it cheaper. This talk explores the optimisation of platinum-decorated carbon electrocatalysts – a cheaper alternative to pure platinum – and current progress in PEM electrolysers and fuel cells. This a long process with lots of niches and creative solutions and using spent coffee ground as a carbon source is only the start!

Can artificial intelligence help protect our planet? This engaging event explores how AI and machine learning can design more efficient renewable energy systems, including wind and tidal turbines. Discover real-world applications, challenges, and future possibilities, and learn how cutting-edge technology can drive a cleaner, more sustainable future for everyone.