Aircela’s machine claims to create gasoline using electricity and carbon dioxide from the air through a three-step process: capturing CO2, producing hydrogen via electrolysis, and converting the mixture into methanol and then gasoline. While the technology is scientifically sound, the machine produces only one gallon of gas per day and costs between $15,000 and $20,000. The process is energy-intensive, requiring approximately 75 kWh to produce a gallon of gasoline, which could translate to energy costs under $1.50 per gallon when using solar panels. Although it offers a potential solution for remote areas, the investment and energy requirements pose challenges.
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