{"id":49291,"date":"2025-11-05T12:20:17","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T10:20:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oeb.org.cy\/?p=49291"},"modified":"2025-11-05T12:20:17","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T10:20:17","slug":"oeb-participates-in-the-research-project-nano-carboncaps-for-innovative-carbon-capture-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oeb.org.cy\/en\/oeb-participates-in-the-research-project-nano-carboncaps-for-innovative-carbon-capture-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"OEB participates in the research project Nano-CarbonCapS for innovative carbon capture systems"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Cyprus Employers & Industrialists Federation (OEB) is part of the collaborative network for the research project \u201cNovel Nano-Enhanced Carbon Capture Systems for Industrial Post-Combustion Processes\u201d (Nano-CarbonCapS Project, CODEVELOP-REPowerEU\/1223\/0118). The project began in July 2024 and will run for 24 months.
\nThe Project is funded by the European Union Recovery and Resilience Facility of the NextGenerationEU instrument, through the Research and Innovation Foundation.<\/p>\n

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PROJECT SUMMARY<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Nano-CarbonCapS project aims to develop a small-scale, portable intensified membrane device for more efficient CO\u2082 capture (CCS) compared to existing technologies. Unlike conventional systems, which are typically limited to large power plants, this device can be deployed at smaller, localized sites. While primarily designed for CO\u2082 removal, it could also target other pollutants such as Nitrogen Oxides (Nox), Carbon Monoxide (CO), Methane (CH\u2084), Hydrogen Sulfide (H\u2082S), and Sulfur Dioxide (SO\u2082). By the end of the project, a prototype will be demonstrated at an industrial site, reaching a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 6\u20137.<\/p>\n

The innovation of this project lies in the integration of a novel intensified nanofibrous membrane reactor (IMR) with ionic liquids (ILs) and\/or deep eutectic solvents (DESs). The system design will be fully optimized through computational modeling, combining atomistic simulations for material and membrane structure selection with computational fluid dynamics to refine operational parameters, achieving maximum CO\u2082 removal efficiency.<\/p>\n

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OBJECTIVES<\/strong><\/p>\n

The general objectives (GO) of Nano-CarbonCapS can be summarized as follows:<\/p>\n

GO I<\/u>. Establish a long-term partnership between industrial and academic partners that goes beyond the current project. This collaboration will combine access to bespoke equipment and processes (e.g. atomistic modelling, computational fluid dynamics, needless electrospinning), highly specialized personnel, academic and industrial competencies, and expertise. The goal is to accelerate development and commercialization of technologies and products, currently in R&D, to offer a competitive CCS solution for industrial applications.<\/p>\n

\"\"GO II:<\/u> Leverage upon partners\u2019 expertise on nanoparticles and polymer nanofibers as well as on ILs and\/or DESs solvents development to create nanofabrics with adequate mechanical integrity and hydrophobic performance, combined in a novel intensified nanofibrous membrane reactor to allow efficient capture of CO2<\/sub>. Combine atomistic modelling for optimization of nanofibers physical properties (i.e. mechanical, hydrophobicity, biocompatibility) and CFD modelling for optimization of membranes geometry and CO2<\/sub> capture mechanism from ILs\/DESs.<\/p>\n

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GO III<\/u>: Use novel, certified methodologies to assess CO2<\/sub> capturing efficiency of the intensified nanofibrous membrane reactor to accelerate adoption of the technology in industrial applications. Investigate the methods for producing Nano-CarbonCapS textiles at large scale and implement the necessary quality control measures and standards to reach product and processing development at TRL 6 to 7 by the end of the project.<\/p>\n

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PROJECT ACTIVITIES & EVENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Nano-CarbonCapS team has been actively engaging with the scientific community. To date, the consortium has participated in one international conference, showcasing its innovative research.<\/p>\n

Specifically, AmaDema represented the consortium with a poster presentation titled:
\n\u201cNovel Nano-Enabled Membranes for Carbon Capture (CCS) Systems for Industrial Post-Combustion Processes\u201d at the 8th European Symposium on Electrohydrodynamic Atomization and Electrospinning, organized by the University of Cyprus (UCY) and held in Nicosia, Cyprus, from April 28\u201330, 2025.<\/p>\n

In addition, a series of project workshops, training sessions, and knowledge-transfer initiatives have taken place among the partners, ensuring a deep understanding of all technical and scientific aspects of the project.<\/p>\n

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END USERS OF THE NEW CARBON-CAPTURE TECHNOLOGY<\/strong><\/p>\n

The sectors most likely to benefit from new carbon-capture technology are electricity production, manufacturing, food processing, cement, construction materials, chemicals, plastics, oil and gas, maritime transport, waste management, and advanced materials R&D. The companies of the above mentioned sectors, can integrate the Nano-CarbonCapS membrane system into their production processes to capture CO\u2082 and other emissions, improving environmental performance and compliance with EU regulations.
\nUsing such technology enables significant reductions in CO\u2082 and other pollutant emissions (NO\u2093, CO, CH\u2084, H\u2082S, SO\u2082), helping industries meet EU environmental and emissions-trading obligations while lowering operating costs and improving sustainability performance.<\/p>\n

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OEB\u2019s ENGAGEMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n

OEB, the leading employers\u2019 and business organization in Cyprus, representing more than 15,000 enterprises from all productive sectors of the economy, plays a pivotal role in bridging research and industry.<\/p>\n

Within the Nano-CarbonCapS project, OEB is responsible for the following tasks:<\/p>\n