The Technology

CO₂ Solution has developed a biological process allowing for the transformation of carbon dioxide (CO₂) into bicarbonate, which is an environmentally safe product.

This process takes place inside a bioreactor with the help of an enzyme that accelerates the transformation of CO₂ into bicarbonate in an aqueous environment.

The biochemical reaction depicting this process is the following:

CO₂ + H₂O «-» H⁺ + HCO₃^-

This reaction is highly natural. Moreover, it is at the basis of the CO₂ transportation and removal phenomenon in the human body. It also occurs in nature, where the CO₂ found in the atmosphere is dissolved on contact with ocean water and is then precipitated in the form of carbonates, which finally turn into sediments.

The research work conducted to date by CO₂ Solution has helped demonstrate that this process operates adequately at the laboratory scale. Our research team is currently involved in the optimization and customization of this process with a view to various potential business applications.