에너지화학공학과

Energy Materials for Circular Carbon Engineering

• We develop technologies across the entire carbon cycle, spanning CO₂ capture, separation, and utilization. Our research includes direct air and flue-gas CO₂ capture, electrochemical CO₂ conversion, as well as enabling areas related to carbon neutrality such as critical mineral separation and water electrolysis. We place strong emphasis on the inherent scalability of carbon-neutral technologies and focus on designing materials and systems with clear potential for industrial-scale deployment. Examples include passive CO₂ capture systems driven by natural wind to replace energy-intensive fan-based air contactors, and highly efficient sorbent regeneration systems that integrate hydrogen energy and redox battery concepts through creative and convergent approaches. We also employ a range of in situ spectroscopic techniques to probe the real-time chemical evolution of CO₂ sorbents and catalysts under operating conditions. These fundamental insights guide the design of new materials and systems that overcome existing limitations. Through international collaborations and high-impact research, we aim to translate scientific discoveries into technologies with meaningful societal impact.