In a groundbreaking development in the realm of clean energy, a U.S. company named Equatic has successfully created a new electrode technology that allows for the safe and efficient extraction of oxygen and hydrogen from seawater. This innovation addresses the challenge of producing hydrogen from the ocean without generating toxic chlorine gas, which has been a significant barrier in the past. By utilizing oxygen-selective anodes (OSAs), Equatic's method eliminates the need for pure water and instead taps into the abundant resource of seawater. The electrodes, developed with finely-architectured catalysts, can be scaled up to gigaton levels and are designed to be recyclable, requiring a recoating of catalysts every few years. This approach not only promotes environmental sustainability but also utilizes direct air capture technology to trap atmospheric CO2 and convert it into stable minerals, effectively contributing to carbon removal. Supported by the U.S. Department of Energy's ARPA-E, Equatic plans to manufacture these electrodes in San Diego, with real-world testing set to take place in Singapore and Quebec. The commercial plant in Quebec is projected to have a substantial impact, removing a significant amount of CO2 and producing green hydrogen by 2026. Overall, this innovative technology opens up new possibilities for clean energy production and carbon removal on a global scale, representing a significant step forward in the utilization of the ocean's vast energy potential.