A fresh approach to synthesizing ammonia from air and water

A fresh approach to synthesizing ammonia from air and water

A fresh approach to synthesizing ammonia from air and water, Published online: 24 April 2019; doi:10.1038/d41586-019-01213-7

Ammonia is vital to society, but its manufacture is energy intensive, has a large carbon footprint and requires high initial capital outlays. An intriguing reaction now suggests that energy-efficient alternatives are possible.