The basic concept of photosynthesis is familiar to every one of us as the process of energy creation by plants. But according to professor Harry Grey, the idea of artificial photosynthesis, where the sunlight is used to turn the CO2 into other forms of energy is possible in the near future.
http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20141113-an-energy-revolution-from-the-sun
According to Gray, artificial photosynthesis will slowly but surely replace all the coal, oil and gas that are used nowadays. The planet could become less dependant on the fossil fuels in the next 100 years. The only problem with the development of the artificial photosynthesis now is the cost of the elements. The devices use such expensive materials as platinum and ruthenium.
Professor has set up a "solar army" full of science students, to come up with the solution to allow artificial photosynthesis using more affordable materials.
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