Illustration of a polymer membrane filtering crude oil

Scientists Develop Low-Cost Polymer Membrane to Cut Oil Refining Energy Use by 32%

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Scientists have created an affordable polymer membrane capable of separating crude oil at room temperature. This innovation could significantly reduce the energy consumption of traditional oil refining processes by up to 32%. The development marks a potential shift towards more energy-efficient methods in the oil industry.

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