MOF Membrane and Adsorbent Processes for Low Emissions Steel (Maples)

Lead Proponent

The Governors of The University of Calgary

Project Objectives

The objective of this R&D project is to develop a novel hybrid carbon capture technology that uses hollow fibre membranes and pressure swing adsorption to address emissions from electric arc furnaces in the steel industry.

Expected Results

This project aims to:

1. Reduce the energy needed for carbon capture while offering operational flexibility for industries like steel.
2. Generate Canadian intellectual property and train highly qualified personnel (HQP) within Canada.
3. Deliver cost-effective, scalable solutions for hard-to-decarbonize sectors such as steel and cement.
4. Enable carbon capture in an otherwise inaccessible industry, achieving emission reductions beyond what electrification alone can accomplish.