A. Urakawa
Professor Catalysis Engineering
Real Carbon Technologies
Real Carbon Technologies utilizes a patent-protected process to convert captured CO2 and hydrogen directly into methanol and dimethyl ether, eliminating the need for traditional syngas production. This technology enables industrial and commercial sites to reduce their carbon emissions while lowering capital and operational costs associated with green fuel production.
- Chemical Technology
- Clean Technology
- Energy
- Industrial Automation
Updated 23 months ago
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Problem
Industrial facilities face increasing pressure to reduce carbon emissions, particularly from processes that are difficult to abate, such as those in the cement, steel, and chemical industries. Traditional methods of converting CO2 into valuable products often involve complex and costly syngas production steps.
Solution
Real Carbon Technologies offers a solution for carbon capture and utilization (CCU) by directly converting captured CO2 and hydrogen into methanol and dimethyl ether (DME) using a patent-protected process. This single-cycle method eliminates the need for syngas production, reducing both capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operational expenditure (OPEX). The technology can be retrofitted into existing facilities, enabling them to meet emission reduction targets and extend asset lifecycles.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes power-to-X facilities, industrial sites seeking decarbonization solutions, and small to mid-size emitters with limited available footprint.
Features
- Direct CO2 and H2 to methanol/DME conversion, bypassing the syngas phase
- Single-pass reactor design for 100% process efficiency
- Modular, low-footprint design suitable for retrofitting existing plants
- Potential for integration with direct air capture systems
- Production of methanol with 95% lower CO2 emissions compared to combustion of traditional fuels
- Zero CO2 emissions during the conversion process