Seawater as a Resource
Was der Ozean in Jahrmillionen entwickelt hat, überführt CarbonOcean in einen steuerbaren,
skalierbaren industriellen Prozess; mit derselben Chemie aber in einem Bruchteil der Zeit
Sustainable CO₂ -Sources
Due to the high solubility of CO₂ and its conversion into bicarbonate and carbonate, seawater contains around 140 times more inorganic carbon per unit volume than the atmosphere. There is a dynamic equilibrium between seawater and air, through which both systems continuously exchange substances.
The CLP process specifically increases the CO₂ absorption capacity of seawater. This causes the water to draw CO₂ from the atmosphere in order to restore the balance. This process can lead to a measurable reduction in atmospheric CO₂ concentration.
Important aspects:
Avoiding land use
Unlike land-based CO₂ removal methods – such as biomass cultivation or large-scale DAC plants – the CLP process does not require any additional land. Seawater serves as a natural reaction medium without altering landscapes or competing with agricultural use.
Careful use of natural resources
CLP operates with a largely closed seawater cycle. Once taken in, water can be continuously reused, apart from minor losses due to evaporation or process separation. The treated water is neutralised and returned to the cycle, preserving its natural properties and minimising the need for fresh seawater.
Use of existing pumping infrastructure
If CLP is integrated into the pump circuit of a desalination plant, the existing seawater supply can also be used. This eliminates the need for separate pumping capacity to supply large quantities of water – a considerable energy and economic advantage that further increases the overall efficiency of the system.