The article discusses the growing interest in clean hydrogen production technologies to combat climate change and environmental issues, highlighting water electrolysis as a promising method. Researchers at Seoul National University in South Korea are exploring chemical water-assisted electrolysis as a potential solution to enhance energy efficiency in hydrogen production. By utilizing various chemical oxidation reactions in place of water oxidation, this technology enables low-voltage hydrogen production while also offering the possibility of producing high-value products or eliminating pollutants simultaneously. The team's systematic analysis of catalyst design strategies aims to overcome the energy efficiency limitations of traditional water electrolysis. While technical challenges remain, ongoing research focuses on catalyst durability, low-voltage operation, and the development of advanced systems like membrane electrode assembly and high-performance fuel cell-type devices for industrial applications. The study, funded by the National Research Foundation of Korea, was published in the peer-reviewed journal Industrial Chemistry & Materials, emphasizing the importance of innovation in industrial chemistry and materials for a low-carbon future.