Applications of photonic technologies in carbon removal processes

Context

Permanent carbon removal processes, such as CO₂ fixation in industrial materials (cement, eco-aggregates, or mineral waste), are crucial for deep decarbonization. Current limitations in monitoring and verifying captured CO₂ hinder process optimization, transparent certification, and trust in voluntary carbon markets, due to the lack of reliable real-time measurement tools.

Opportunity

Innovative photonic technologies, such as spectroscopy, advanced optical sensors, or laser-based techniques, could enable real-time monitoring, early leak detection, and control of optimal reaction conditions, improving traceability and certification of captured CO₂.

What are we looking for

Solutions using photonic technologies for industrial CO₂ capture and fixation processes, addressing:

• Real-time monitoring of CO₂ capture in materials like cement, eco-aggregates, or industrial waste.

• Detection of leaks or integrity loss in permanent storage systems.

• Optimization of chemical reactions via optical control of critical parameters.

• Verified data for CO₂ traceability and certification in voluntary carbon markets.

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Proposals combining technical robustness, industrial scalability, and integration into real operational environments will be highly valued.

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