RESEARCH LINE
Industrial decarbonization
Main Researcher
Objetives
Aligned with the Net-Zero Industry Act which aims to scale up the manufacturing of clean technologies in the EU, ECO2Lab investigates and develops low-carbon technologies that support the clean energy transition and accelerate the cost-effective decarbonisation of industry.
ChALLENGES
- Pre-treatment of industrial gaseous sub-products or flue gas.
- Cost-effective implementation of carbon capture technologies.
- Cost-effective inclusion of hydrogen and synthetic fuels in manufacturing processes.
- Waste heat integration and optimization of heat management.
ECO2Lab is committed to advancing the decarbonization of energy-intensive industries by identifying and developing the most suitable low-carbon pathways tailored to each sector, including iron and steel, cement, paper and cardboard, glass, and the electrochemical industry.
Our research integrates process simulation, techno-economic analysis, and life cycle assessment to evaluate and optimize emerging technologies aimed at reducing CO₂ emissions while maintaining industrial competitiveness. We use advanced modelling tools to simulate the implementation of low-carbon technologies — such as hydrogen integration, carbon capture and utilization (CCU) — under realistic operating conditions.
Additionally, ECO2Lab conducts experimental validation in pilot-scale systems, including tests with actual industrial flue gases, to ensure the technical feasibility and reliability of proposed solutions. By combining simulation, economic viability studies, environmental impact assessments, and experimental research, we contribute to shaping scalable and cost-effective decarbonization strategies for the most challenging industrial sectors.
