Innovative CO2 capture development through a novel Waste-to-X process

Important results from the project

ICO‑WX grew to eight partners across five countries (five research institutes and universities plus three companies), developed an innovative BAETA‑based CO₂ capture concept based on advanced sorbent shaping and bio‑amine integration, and planned prototyping in Denmark with sustainable heat integration pathways to be considered at every process step. A strong Horizon Europe proposal was submitted, and the consortium is well positioned for future CCUS and industrial decarbonization R&D.

Expected long term effects

The consortium, including MG Sustainable Engineering AB, CERTH, University of Copenhagen and 5 additional partners from Greece, Turkey, Denmark, and UK, plans continued collaboration on innovation projects and EU grants. Targeting the Clean Industrial Deal’s focus and public funding opportunities on industrial decarbonization and CleanTech, they aim to pursue joint opportunities and seek national and international funding for multiple initiatives in 2026 and onwards.

Approach and implementation

ICO‑WX progressed through four work packages: WP1 built the consortium by onboarding eight partners from five European countries; WP2 finalized the concept on Waste-to-X enabled carbon capture and assigned technical and administrative roles based on call topic requirements; WP3 prepared the proposal with high quality technical content, feasible budget estimations and thorough partner justification for increased success chance; WP4 handled reporting and financial administration for Vinnova.