Strategies for Integrated Capture and Conversion of CO2 from Dilute Flue Gases and the Atmosphere
byJ. Maina, J. Pringle, J. Razal, S. P. Nunes, L. Vega, F. Gallucci
Year:2021DOI:10.1002/cssc.202100010
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Abstract
The integrated capture and conversion of CO2 has the
potential to make valorization of the greenhouse gas more economically
competitive, by eliminating energy-intensive regeneration processes.
However, integration is hindered by the extremely low concentrations of
CO2 present in the atmosphere (0.04 vol.%), and the presence of acidic gas contaminants, such as SOx and NOx, in flue gas streams. This Review summarizes the latest technological progress in the integrated capture and conversion of CO2
from dilute flue gases and atmospheric air. In particular, the Review
analyzes the correlation between material properties and their capture
and conversion efficiency through hydrogenation, cycloaddition, and
solar thermal-mediated electrochemical processes, with a focus on the
types and quantities of product generated, in addition to their energy
requirements. Prospects for commercialization are also highlighted and
suggestions are made for future research.