Commencement of Bench-Scale Testing for the Production of CO2-Derived Solid Carbon Using Molten Salt Electrolysis Technology~Establishing a New Five-Party Industry-Academia Framework~

Commencement of Bench-Scale Testing for the Production of CO2-Derived Solid Carbon Using Molten Salt Electrolysis Technology~Establishing a New Five-Party Industry-Academia Framework~

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Sumitomo Bench-Scale Testing

Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd., together with Cosmo Oil Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Cosmo Energy Holdings Co., Ltd., National University Corporation Kyoto University, I'MSEP Co., LTD., and SEC CARBON, LIMITED, have commenced bench-scale testing for the production of CO₂-derived solid carbon using molten salt electrolysis technology. Through this initiative, the parties will examine the feasibility of applying technologies that convert CO₂ into solid carbon from both process and materials perspectives. .

1. Commencement of Bench-Scale Testing for the Production of CO2-Derived Solid Carbon Using Molten Salt Electrolysis Technology

Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. (President and CEO: Toshiro Watanabe) has established a new five-party industry-academia framework to advance carbon reduction. This initiative focuses on the practical application of molten salt electrolysis technology to convert CO2 into solid carbon. By leveraging the combined expertise of its partners, the project aims to validate production feasibility and contribute to sustainable industrial carbon management processes.

2. Establishing a New Five-Party Industry-Academia Framework

The collaborative framework integrates resources from Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Cosmo Oil, Kyoto University, I'MSEP, and SEC CARBON to address complex environmental challenges. The bench-scale testing phase is a critical step in verifying the technological potential for large-scale carbon conversion. This joint effort underscores the commitment to developing innovative pathways for CO2 utilization and supporting the transition to a low-carbon society.

SUMITOMO HEAVY INDUSTRIES

Sumitomo Heavy Industries Sumitomo Heavy Industries will advance this initiative through collaborative testing, where we will evaluate the feasibility of CO2 conversion technologies. Our research partners will be available to explore the technical implications of this framework. We cordially invite you to learn more about this initiative to explore new pathways for the carbon-neutral transformation of industrial processes!