North Little Rock, Arkansas Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
Emerging Compounds Treatment Technologies Inc. has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for its breakthrough in carbon capture. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent Application No. 20240293774, titled ‘System and method for removing carbon dioxide from a flow of gas having carbon dioxide therein’, uses a dual-stage alkaline scrubbing system to efficiently remove carbon dioxide from industrial gas emissions.
The system employs two venturi eductors and reactors, each introducing an alkaline solution at specific pH levels to the CO₂-laden gas stream. In the first stage, CO₂ reacts with the alkaline solution to form metal bicarbonates. The partially treated gas then enters the second stage, where remaining CO₂ converts into metal carbonates. This sequential process enhances CO₂ removal efficiency while maintaining optimal pH levels through a dedicated adjustment subsystem.
Unlike traditional carbon capture methods that often require high energy input or complex infrastructure, this approach offers a scalable and potentially more cost-effective solution. By converting CO₂ into stable compounds, the system not only reduces greenhouse gas emissions but also minimizes the risk of secondary pollution.
Emerging Compounds Treatment Technologies, Inc., headquartered in Maine, continues to innovate in the field of environmental remediation. This patent adds to their portfolio of technologies aimed at addressing industrial pollution and promoting sustainable practices.
As industries worldwide seek effective carbon management strategies, this invention represents a significant step toward achieving environmental compliance and mitigating climate change impacts.