Innovations in CO2 Electrolysis
The NXTGEN workshop “Innovations in CO₂ Electrolysis” took place at TNO in Rijswijk. During this event, experts and partners gathered to discuss the latest developments in CO₂ electrolysis.
About NXTGEN
The goal of the NXTGEN Hightech program is to make the Netherlands the number 1 high-tech equipment provider and contribute to solutions for major societal challenges. To achieve this, the NXTGEN Hightech program will invest approximately €1 billion euros by 2030 and will boost the Dutch economy with 330 partners. The National Growth Fund supports this program with €450 million euros.
The NXTGEN consortium focuses on developing advanced technologies for sustainable energy production. Workshops provide an excellent opportunity to share knowledge within the consortium and explore collaboration opportunities with high-tech manufacturing partners.
Introduction and CO₂ Technology
Mark Sassenburg from TNO SPES opened the workshop with an overview of the various research areas within TNO SPES, including CO₂ electrolysis, organic electrochemistry, biochemical conversions, gas treatment, and plastic recycling. He emphasized the challenges and advancements in the electrochemical conversion of CO₂ to CO, with stability remaining a key focus.
TNO coordinates developments in the NXTGEN-CO₂ domain in collaboration with COVAL Energy and GAFT. The emphasis is on the internal development of gas diffusion electrode catalysts (GDEs) for low temperatures and pressures, as well as building robust test infrastructures. Additionally, TNO aims to involve component developers from more mature markets by facilitating tests of their components for CO₂ electrolysis.
SparkNano’s contribution
Spatial Atomic Layer Depositon (Spatial ALD)
Paul Poodt our CTO from SparkNano introduced the Spatial ALD technique, which offers precise control over layer thickness and material loading. This technique, originally developed for hydrogen electrolysis, can be easily adapted for CO₂ electrolysis by replacing catalyst materials.
Tip: A Spatial ALD workshop will be scheduled for Q1, so keep an eye on our LinkedIn.
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