Value Proposition
· Enables the electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide and other small gaseous molecules into value-added chemicals for industrial and engineering applications
· Implements a scalable approach to carbon dioxide electroreduction technology
· Supports sustainability by enabling a carbon-negative emissions technology, making carbon dioxide utilization more feasible, scalable, and industrially viable
Unmet Need
· There is a growing need for clean technologies, including carbon dioxide utilization. Current carbon dioxide electroreduction methods primarily focus on catalyst and membrane advancements, which limit scalability and real-world industrial adoption. Thus, there exists a strong need for developing an industrially viable and sustainable system that enables carbon dioxide electroreduction into value-added chemicals.
Technology Description
· Researchers at Johns Hopkins have developed an electrochemical system for the reduction of carbon dioxide and other small gaseous molecules into value-added chemicals. This method provides a practical, scalable, and sustainable approach to carbon dioxide electroreduction. Unlike existing technologies that primarily focus on catalyst and membrane improvements, this system is designed for real-world industrial application and engineering solutions, making carbon dioxide utilization more feasible, efficient, and economically viable.
Stage of Development
· Researchers at Johns Hopkins have demonstrated feasibility and proof-of-concept through initial experiement, indicating a Technology Readiness Level of 3.
Data Availability
· Data available upon request.
Publication
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