A research team at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, led by Bishnu Bastakoti, has developed a unique material design to improve the efficiency of green hydrogen production. The team aimed to address challenges in green hydrogen production related to sunlight dependency by creating a material that could better facilitate the process. Utilizing a solar simulator, the researchers were able to control key environmental factors and measure the resulting hydrogen production. Their choice of 'iron titanate' proved to be successful, as it significantly outperformed commercially available materials, yielding nearly double the amount of green hydrogen. The research highlights the potential of innovative material designs in advancing renewable energy sources. Bishnu Bastakoti, the lead researcher, is a proponent of transitioning to renewable energy despite the high initial costs involved. He emphasizes the importance of considering the long-term benefits of green hydrogen production and its role in reducing carbon emissions. This development marks a significant step forward in the quest for sustainable energy solutions.