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NanoGLOWA
Development of nano membranes against global warming for CO2-capture
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The emission of CO2 is a present threat for the global climate. Every year Europe emits more than one gigaton CO2, contributing to climate change around the globe.
About one third of the these emissions come from fossil fired power plants. The ultimate way to reduce these CO2 emissions and to simultaneously fulfill the requirements beyond Kyoto, is CO2 capture. Existing methods such as absorption and non selective cooling are not very cost effective and consume a lot of energy: up to 25% of the power plant output. CO2 emission reduction by gas separation through nano structured membranes does not exist in industrial applications at present. However the potential of the technology is substantial. Currently the main bottlenecks are the availability of suitable and reliable membranes at an acceptable price level.
Objectives
The objective of this project is to develop optimal nano structured membranes and installations for different applications in CO2 capture from power plants.
Benefits
The project helps the EU to fulfill the requirements set out by the Kyoto protocol to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (-6.0% in 2010), of which carbon dioxide contributes the vast majority (>80%) and consequently assists in the development of a more environmental friendly and sustainable society.
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