TUM Carbon is developing a scalable carbon removal technology that utilizes Direct Air Capture to extract CO2 from the atmosphere and store it as dry ice for long-term sequestration. The initiative aims to mitigate climate change by removing 20 tonnes of CO2 annually through its upcoming pilot plant in Munich.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Atmospheric CO2 levels continue to rise, necessitating effective carbon removal technologies to mitigate climate change and limit global warming. Existing carbon offsetting models often lack transparency and traceability, hindering accurate accounting and assurance for companies and investors.
Solution
TUM Carbon is developing a Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology to extract CO2 directly from the atmosphere and store it as dry ice for long-term sequestration. The technology utilizes air contactors with specialized filter materials to capture CO2, followed by a regeneration plant to release and process the captured CO2. The CO2 is then frozen into dry ice and stored in scalable, flexible, and traceable repositories. This approach aims to provide a transparent and scalable solution for carbon removal, enabling companies to accurately measure, document, and certify their carbon footprint reduction efforts.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes corporations, investors, and organizations seeking transparent, scalable, and verifiable carbon removal solutions to meet their sustainability goals and regulatory requirements.
Features
- Direct Air Capture technology to remove CO2 from the atmosphere
- Air contactors with filter material for CO2 capture
- Regeneration plant for CO2 processing and purification
- Dry ice storage for long-term carbon sequestration
- Scalable system design for industrial applications
- Traceability through precise measurement and documentation of captured CO2
- Modular and deconstructable storage units