Gas-Focused CO2 Technologies

Researchers from Kyoto University and National Taiwan University have developed a new membrane that could make carbon capture much more energy-efficient. Separating CO₂ from other gases typically requires a lot of energy, but this innovative membrane changes its structure based on temperature. When it’s in a liquid state, it allows gases like CO₂ to pass through easily, helping to separate it from other gases like hydrogen.

This development could be a game-changer in the fight against climate change, as it offers a more sustainable and cost-effective way to capture carbon emissions from industries and power plants. It could also lead to improvements in hydrogen production, where separating CO₂ from hydrogen is an essential step.

"The next challenge is scaling up production to make this membrane technology feasible for large-scale applications," Professor Dun-Yen Kang at National Taiwan University said in an interview.

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