MINERAL CARBONATION
Mineral carbonation is a process that occurs when certain rocks and byproducts come into contact with CO2. This process can happen naturally due to wind and rain, or it can be facilitated through engineered processes. When CO2 combines with calcium, magnesium, or other elements, it forms carbonate minerals. However, the reaction rate in natural conditions is slow. Therefore, more experiments and pilots are needed in industrial conditions.
Mineralization presents several advantages. Firstly, the sequestration into rocks ensures the permanent storage of carbon. Secondly, there is an abundance of reactive minerals available. Finally, the chemical reactions involved require little or no energy input.
Mineral carbonation holds the potential to deliver substantial environmental and climate benefits while enhancing resource efficiency.
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Mineral carbonation cases
Direct Air Capture and Storage (DACS)
Extraction of carbon directly from the atmosphere with permanently stored carbon, enabling carbon removal for negative emissions.
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Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
Addressing point source CO2 emissions through carbon capture and storage.
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Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS)
Product and material valorization, such as improving strength, durability, and other qualities.
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Circular Resource Effectiveness
Mitigating transportation emissions and replacing virgin materials and chemicals, promoting a circular business model and resource-efficient approach.
