Recent advancements and challenges in carbon capture, utilization and storage are reviewed. The paper highlights the latest developments in CO₂ capture, utilization, and storage technologies, along with the challenges they face. In CO₂ capture, new materials such as ionic liquids, nanofluids, and carbon nanotubes are being explored to improve efficiency and reduce energy consumption. Membrane technologies, including mixed matrix membranes and supported ionic liquid membranes, are also being developed to enhance CO₂ separation. In mineral carbonation, studies focus on improving reaction rates. For CO₂ utilization, sustainable chemicals, biochemical routes, and power generation are being explored, with a focus on electrochemical conversion. The paper emphasizes the need for optimization of these systems at all levels, along with public acceptance and new policies to promote their adoption.
Challenges in CO₂ capture include high costs, energy consumption, and the need for more efficient materials. For CO₂ storage, issues such as leakage, long-term safety, and site selection are critical. In CO₂ utilization, challenges include high costs, inefficiency, and the need for better catalysts and processes. The paper suggests that future research should focus on improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of these technologies, as well as on developing new materials and methods to enhance their performance. It also emphasizes the importance of lifecycle analyses and regulatory frameworks to support the widespread adoption of carbon capture, utilization, and storage technologies.Recent advancements and challenges in carbon capture, utilization and storage are reviewed. The paper highlights the latest developments in CO₂ capture, utilization, and storage technologies, along with the challenges they face. In CO₂ capture, new materials such as ionic liquids, nanofluids, and carbon nanotubes are being explored to improve efficiency and reduce energy consumption. Membrane technologies, including mixed matrix membranes and supported ionic liquid membranes, are also being developed to enhance CO₂ separation. In mineral carbonation, studies focus on improving reaction rates. For CO₂ utilization, sustainable chemicals, biochemical routes, and power generation are being explored, with a focus on electrochemical conversion. The paper emphasizes the need for optimization of these systems at all levels, along with public acceptance and new policies to promote their adoption.
Challenges in CO₂ capture include high costs, energy consumption, and the need for more efficient materials. For CO₂ storage, issues such as leakage, long-term safety, and site selection are critical. In CO₂ utilization, challenges include high costs, inefficiency, and the need for better catalysts and processes. The paper suggests that future research should focus on improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of these technologies, as well as on developing new materials and methods to enhance their performance. It also emphasizes the importance of lifecycle analyses and regulatory frameworks to support the widespread adoption of carbon capture, utilization, and storage technologies.