Professor Mercedes Maroto-Valer discusses the viability of five key carbon capture technologies, including absorption and membrane separation. The research emphasizes that no single solution fits all, as the chemistry must be matched to the specific exhaust profiles of cement, steel, and chemical plants. The focus is shifting from laboratory science to infrastructure execution. In the GCC, the combination of concentrated industrial hubs and geological storage potential provides a strategic advantage for scaling carbon capture and storage (CCS) to protect heavy industry and jobs.
