Engineering a Semi-Artificial Photosynthetic Biofilm for Robust and High-Efficiency CO₂-to-Methane Conversion

Key Points

• The aim is to develop a hybrid semi-artificial system for efficient CO₂ to methane conversion using solar energy.
• Integration of semiconductor nanomaterials with methanogens.
• Development of a biofilm architecture to enhance efficiency.
• Evaluation of conversion rates of CO₂ to methane.
• Assessment of stability and selectivity in the conversion process.
• Achieved high selectivity for methane production.
• Demonstrated robust performance under solar illumination.
• Overcame challenges related to stability of the biofilm structure.