The Next Step in Solar Power: "An Inorganic Leaf"

A recent monumental scientific discovery by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology holds great promise for mankind and civilization with its remarkable ramifications. Scientists at MIT were able to convert solar energy into a new kind of storage for use in times when solar energy was not available such as at night. The process converts the energy into electricity in a way that is comparable to plants converting sunlight into energy for their growth and nourishment. Oxygen is separated from hydrogen on the molecular level using such minerals as cobalt, phosphate, and platinum. It is a high tech version of photosynthesis. This discovery could provide a clean endless way of fully powering needs in homes, businesses, and in transportation within a generation or probably sooner. The report of this scientific discovery was published in the journal Science on Friday 1 August.
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http://www.forbes.com/energy/2008/07/30/nocera-solar-power-biz-energy-cz_jf_0731solar.html
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http://www.boston.com/lifestyle/green/greenblog/2008/07/mit_weve_found_a_better_way_to.html
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http://www.sciencemag.org/cgi/content/abstract/1162018
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