Scientists at the University of Sharjah have introduced a groundbreaking method to extract hydrogen directly from seawater efficiently. The new approach developed by the research team offers a clean and sustainable way to obtain hydrogen without the need for desalination, making it particularly suitable for arid coastal regions. The method utilizes a microenvironment-engineered, multi-layered electrode that resists corrosion from chloride ions and enhances performance in seawater electrolysis. By strategically integrating carbonate Lewis base sites on a Cobalt layered double hydroxides nanostructure, the researchers were able to extract hydrogen without altering the mineral salts present in seawater or adding chemicals. The innovative anode design achieved an industrially viable current density, marking a significant advancement in desalination-free hydrogen production directly from seawater. The technology's ability to generate hydrogen at relevant rates with low energy input could pave the way for solar-powered hydrogen farms in regions like the UAE, where freshwater is limited but seawater and sunlight are abundant. This approach not only addresses stability and efficiency barriers in electrolysis but also opens up possibilities for large-scale 'green hydrogen' production using renewable energy sources. The system's strength lies in its advanced electrode structure, which not only survives harsh seawater conditions but excels in them, offering a promising solution for sustainable hydrogen production in water-scarce coastal areas.