Carbon Capture and Utilization Technologies for Climate Neutrality
DRIVE (Deep Removal of CO2 and Innovative Electrification Concepts) is a pioneering project at the forefront of combating climate change by focusing on CO2 capture in industrial settings. Aligned with the ambitious goals set by the Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETP) Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda (SRIA) and in harmony with the European Union’s commitment to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, DRIVE aims to revolutionise the way we approach carbon emissions.
Transition Initiative 3 (TRI3) under the CETP framework emphasises enabling climate neutrality through the adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) or Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU). DRIVE specifically targets the initial stages of CCS and CCU chains, with a primary focus on enhancing CO2 capture to facilitate negative emissions.
DRIVE’s approach is rooted in innovation and collaboration. We understand that achieving high-performance CO2 capture systems requires the integration of advanced solvent formulations and optimised processes. Through holistic modelling and a synergistic understanding of solvent attributes, DRIVE enables efficient and reliable scaling up of deep removal processes, paving the way for a sustainable future.
Our Vision
DRIVE envisions a future where industries achieve carbon neutrality or negativity, paving the way for a sustainable environment by 2050 through innovative technological solutions and comprehensive guidance on CO2 reduction.
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Our Mission
We are dedicated to providing advanced technological solutions and comprehensive guidance on cost-effective strategies to reduce residual emissions associated with CO2 capture. By leveraging DRIVE technologies and methodologies, industries can transition towards carbon-neutral or carbon-negative operations, aligning with global climate goals.
Develop Cost-Effective CO2 Removal Technologies
Innovate technological solutions to reduce the cost of CO2 capture from industrial sources
Demonstrate Thermally- and Electrochemically-Driven CO2 Capture Processes
Showcase the viability of thermally and electrochemically-driven processes for efficient CO2 capture
Increase Capture Rate to Surpass 95% Efficiency
Enhance CO2 capture technologies to achieve capture rates exceeding 95%
Ensure Cost-Effectiveness Compared to Direct Air Capture (DAC)
Ensure that the developed technologies are more cost-effective than Direct Air Capture methods
Achieve Marginal Cost Target of Less Than 200 €/tCO2
Set a target of reducing the marginal cost of CO2 capture to less than 200 € per ton of CO2
