Norma develops Supercapacitive Direct Air Capture (SDAC) systems that use an electrochemical process to capture CO₂. Their technology offers significantly reduced energy consumption through integrated energy recovery and reuse, enabling more efficient and scalable carbon removal.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Current direct air capture (DAC) technologies are energy-intensive and often rely on complex supply chains, limiting their scalability and cost-effectiveness. This high energy demand and reliance on specialized materials hinder widespread adoption for carbon removal and utilization.
Solution
Norma is developing a Supercapacitive Direct Air Capture (SDAC) system that utilizes a novel electrochemical process to capture CO₂. This technology focuses on energy recovery and reuse, significantly reducing the net energy consumption compared to conventional DAC methods. The system is designed with modularity and utilizes abundant, non-toxic materials, simplifying manufacturing and supply chain logistics. Norma's approach offers a more efficient and scalable pathway for carbon capture, with versatility for various CO₂ concentrations and potential applications in grid stabilization by leveraging intermittent energy sources.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes industrial emitters, carbon capture project developers, and organizations seeking to implement large-scale carbon removal solutions.
Features
- Supercapacitive Direct Air Capture (SDAC) system employing a unique electrochemical process.
- Integrated energy recovery and reuse mechanism to minimize net energy consumption.
- Modular system design for enhanced scalability and manufacturing efficiency.
- Utilization of abundant, non-toxic materials to streamline supply chains.
- Adaptable to varying CO₂ concentrations, suitable for both ambient air and point-source capture.
- Capability to integrate with intermittent energy sources and support grid stabilization functions.
- Estimated energy efficiency 10x greater than first-generation DAC and 3x better than second-generation technologies.
- Projected cost per ton below $100 at megaton scale.