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These advantages highlight the potential of AEMWE to play a crucial role in the future of energy production and storage. We anticipate that our research efforts in this field will contribute positively, positioning our laboratory as a leader in this important area of energy technology. In light of the emerging hydrogen economy, there is heightened interest in hydrogen production technologies. With this context in mind, Proton Exchange Membrane Water Electrolysis (PEMWE) stands out with distinct advantages. PEMWE offers high efficiency and scalability, making it a promising technology for large-scale hydrogen production. Operating at relatively low temperatures and pressures compared to other electrolysis methods, PEMWE reduces energy sources such as solar and wind power. This versatility allows PEMWE to be applied in various fields including energy storage, transportation, industrial processes, and grid balancing. Given that PEMWE operates in an acidic environment, the use of noble metal catalysts is essential for performance and durability. Therefore, research and development efforts focusing on utilizing noble metals to enhance the performance and durability of PEMWE systems are crucial. Such research endeavors are expected to facilitate the realization of more stable and efficient hydrogen production, thus supporting the successful implementation of the hydrogen economy. The high concentration of chloride ions in seawater causes several side reactions and obstructs the active site for hydroxide adsorption, leading to poor oxygen evolution reaction performance. The sweater splitting study is now focusing on designing materials that can improve chloride ion blocking and reduce the impact of high chloride concentration in seawater. Developing high-performance catalysts