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CO2 recycling in a Circular Carbon Economy using renewable energy - Columbia Climate School

Recycling CO2 into valuable chemicals, fuels, and materials has emerged as an opportunity to reduce the emissions of these products. In this way, CO2 recycling is a potential cornerstone of a circular carbon economy that can support a net-zero future. 

The pathways studied consume renewable (low-carbon) electricity and use chemical feedstocks derived from electrochemical pathways powered by renewable energy. 

The paper concludes with targeted policy recommendations to support CO2 recycling innovation and deployment.


Industry

  • Cement
  • Chemicals

Sustainability domain

  • Energy Efficiency
  • Waste management
  • Pollution control

Type of innovation

  • Core sciences & engineering

Stakeholder type

  • University researcher

Professions

Relevant for

  • Civil or construction engineer
  • Production or process engineer

Innovation sector

  • Chemistry & chemical engineering
  • Civil & structural engineering
  • Environmental sciences
  • Renewable energy sciences