Climate Curve

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Project Summary / Description:

This initiative develops and validates low-energy blended amine systems for post-combustion CO₂ capture from industrial flue gases. By combining molecular-level solvent design, experimental performance evaluation, and full-scale process simulation, the project reduces the energy penalty of carbon capture and enables scalable, cost-effective emission reductions in high-emitting industries such as steel, petrochemical, and refining sectors.

How Project Affects Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions:

['Reduces GHGs (e.g., projects that reduce sources of GHGs, such as through efficiency or other changes in consumption)', 'Removes/stores GHGs (e.g., projects that capture, sequester, or otherwise enhance the "sinks" that accumulate and store GHGs)']

Impact on Underrepresented Groups:

This project advances climate equity by embedding capacity building, education, and inclusive participation within its technical research and deployment activities. As a university-based initiative, the project actively engages early-career researchers and graduate students, providing hands-on training in climate-relevant technologies such as carbon capture, process modeling, and materials development. This includes mentorship opportunities for youth and early-stage scientists who are often underrepresented in advanced climate technology fields. The project team itself reflects diversity across institutions and regions in Indonesia, bringing together researchers from different geographic and socio-economic contexts. Collaboration across public universities expands access to research infrastructure and knowledge sharing beyond a single institution, supporting a more inclusive innovation ecosystem. Looking forward, pilot and deployment activities are intended to involve local technical staff and students at host facilities, creating pathways for skills development in regions that are often excluded from clean technology innovation. By prioritizing knowledge transfer, workforce development, and open collaboration, the project contributes to a more inclusive climate solutions landscape while building local capacity for long-term climate action.