CAPTUS Project: CO2 Capture for Renewable Energy Production

Energy-intensive industries face pressure to cut carbon emissions. The CAPTUS project addresses this challenge by demonstrating technologies that convert captured carbon dioxide into liquid energy carriers. Launched by a consortium of 18 partners across eight EU countries, CAPTUS aims to develop cost-effective methods for decarbonizing sectors like steel, chemicals, and cement. These industries must reduce emissions while remaining globally competitive. The project focuses on three distinct processes. At a steel plant, a two-stage fermentation produces triglycerides. A chemical factory cultivates lipid-rich microalgae, followed by hydrothermal liquefaction into bio-oils. Finally, at a cement facility, electrokinetic reduction of CO2 generates formic acid. CAPTUS takes a holistic approach, considering safety, environmental impact, social factors, and business viability. Demonstrations will validate the technologies' functionality and efficiency. The project seeks to establish a pathway toward carbon neutrality for energy-intensive industries. By integrating renewable electricity and captured CO2, CAPTUS aims to create opportunities for wider industrial adoption of these processes. Further details are available on the project website.