From Seafood to Energy Storage: A Sustainable Shift Crustacean shells, widely abundant and often discarded as waste, could soon find a new purpose in renewable energy storage. A groundbreaking study led by the University of Maryland’s Center for Materials Innovation has discovered that crab shells, rich in a compound called chitosan, could contribute to producing biodegradable, sustainable batteries. Researchers aim to harness chitosan to create a biodegradable electrolyte for zinc batteries, transforming what was once seen as waste into a valuable resource for a greener future. Chitosan: The Unexpected Hero in Energy Storage Chitosan, a derivative of chitin found in … Continue reading Breaking the Shell: The Surprising Potential of Crustaceans in Sustainable Battery Revolution