The research lines are related to the investigation and subsequent design for advanced modules for carbon capture from industrial carbon emission facilities and from the environment.

Line 1: Direct Air Carbon (DAC) Capture
There are several initiatives for the execution of the DAC systems; however, they are not efficient today. The research line proposed by IDOM requires the identification of a feasible technology, using some specific solid or semisolid state compounds, which provide an easy medium for designing large-sized panels where air passes through with minimal energy consumption and improved carbon capture efficiency. Once the first theoretical level project is executed, the preparation of some pilot module is foreseen for the preparation of a physical Proof of Concept.

Line 2: Sea Surface Carbon Capture
Sea water has almost 30% of the CO2 emissions on its surface levels. The concept should consider feasible systems based on physical–chemical processes that allow a reliable system which could be easily installed on the seashore or offshore, in principle in superficial waters, remove the CO2 from the sea water, and then allow the low CO2 sea water to act to restart the capture cycle by natural means (as it does always by natural effect). Once the first theoretical level project is executed, the preparation of some pilot module is foreseen for the preparation of a physical Proof of Concept.

Line 3: Industry Flue Gases Emissions Capture
The idea is to investigate more scale-efficient systems for a modular system allowing for easier installation close to the industrial flue gas emissions stacks. The focus will be on suitable designs that leverage adaptable modularity for customisation to unique asset conditions, along with non-chemical capture systems (condensation plus membranes, for example).