Status and perspective of CO2 absorption process

Zhien Zhang, Tohid N. Borhani, Abdul G. Olabi*

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Abstract

Absorption is considered as the most mature method for CO2 capture from the flue gas. This paper introduces the current state of CO2 absorption technology. In addition, we discuss the barriers associated with the absorption technology for CO2 capture and present future perspectives through recommendations for future research and development. Four activities to improve the CO2 absorption process are considered in this study, i.e., utilization of alternative solvents, utilization of alternative process modifications and process intensification, optimization of process flowsheet, and energy integration with other sections of the power plant. Two research priorities on the absorber and desorber equipment and CO2 solvents in the future research work are illustrated.

Original languageEnglish
Article number118057
JournalEnergy
Volume205
Early online date8 Jun 2020
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 15 Aug 2020

Keywords

  • Absorption
  • CO capture
  • Energy efficiency
  • Greenhouse effect
  • Solvent

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Civil and Structural Engineering
  • Building and Construction
  • Pollution
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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