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CO2 hydrogenation technology - UCT

Objective/theme

Conversion of unavoidable or biogenically derived carbon dioxide (CO2) and green hydrogen directly to a variety of green chemicals and jet fuel.

Process & benefits

This development is a significant step towards the implementation of CO2 hydrogenation technology in South Africa.

It can be used as chemical feedstocks, and significant quantities of kerosene?range hydrocarbons (jet fuel).

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South Africa

Geography

2021-09-07

Innovation Date

University of Cape Town

University Name

Professor Michael Claeys - LinkedIn

Team Members

UCT - Know more


Industry

Sustainability domain

  • Pollution control

Type of innovation

  • Core sciences & engineering

Stakeholder type

  • University researcher
  • Corporate researcher

Professions

Relevant for

  • Biochemical engineer
  • Oil & gas engineer
  • Production or process engineer
  • Roads & road transportation engineer
  • Aeronautics & aerospace engineer
  • Climate sciences professional
  • Biotech professional

Innovation sector

  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry & chemical engineering
  • Environmental sciences
  • Renewable energy sciences
  • Logistics & transportation