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R&D Strategy | Open Innovation & Tech Scouting | IP Analysis Expert | Sr. VP at GreyB

Carbon Capture and Utilization: A Gateway to Sustainable Business Practices! Did you know that Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU) is revolutionizing climate change solutions? Unlike its predecessor, Carbon Capture Storage (CCS), CCU offers a unique approach to reducing atmospheric CO2 levels by transforming captured CO2 into valuable products. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), CCU technologies have the potential to capture about 5.6 gigatonnes of CO2 per year by 2050. This could significantly reduce global CO2 emissions and help transition to a low-carbon economy. However, CCU faces challenges in terms of energy requirements and economic viability. High energy consumption and the need for subsidies or carbon pricing mechanisms have hindered its widespread implementation. Additionally, creating a reliable market for carbon-based products and addressing technological maturity are crucial for CCU's success. To overcome these challenges, I am listing a few innovative solutions that are being explored: 1) Amine-based absorbents and conversion to methane: Bio-integrated Carbon Capture and Utilization (BICCU) leverages the natural abilities of microbes to release CO2 from amine-based solutions and convert it into synthetic natural gas (methane) using renewable hydrogen. This promising approach shows potential in reducing energy consumption. 2) Converting CO2 to Sodium Bicarbonate using Ocean Water: Researchers have developed a system that captures CO2 from the atmosphere using a polymer material with copper, which can be cleaned by passing seawater through it. The trapped CO2 is then converted into sodium bicarbonate, which can help reduce ocean acidification. Let's connect to discuss about more solutions and startups that can support you in this journey. #CarbonCapture #Sustainability #ClimateChange #Innovation #GreenFuture #CCU #GreyB Read more about this topic -https://lnkd.in/gnD7AEZB

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