Scientists Draw Energy From Algae

Scientists from California and Korea drew an electric current from algae in an experiment that could create a new, environmentally friendly way to generate electricity. In the study, scientists were able to extract energy from a widespread and well-studied algae group by stealing electrons. For now, the process is not sustainable—the energy harvested is only equal to the amount of energy needed for the process, but according to one researcher the new find will open new research opportunities. “This paves the way to imagine using algal cells in some new kind of solar energy conversion process,” said one scientist.