Article: How a Plasma Gasifier Can Reduce CO2 EmissionsHere's an interesting article on how a plasma gasifier can reduce reduce CO2 emissions. From the article “…Recently, plasma has also been suggested as a useful way to convert CO2, since the plasma can be designed in ways that can offer non-equilibrium conversion.”
Link to article:
https://norwegianscitechnews.com/2020/06/how-a-plasma-gasifier-can-reduce-co2-emissions/?fbclid=IwAR2E7dQoacB75nbCdy2oHumBUnNYxcZPP_77Ochkai3CzU5fC4MxYCSLXlE Also, from Agoracom earlier this year a question was asked regarding is there a process whereby PyroGenesis’ plasma torches can be used, to either destroy and or repurpose CO2 emmissions? (Note this question was from the spring so an update should be received on the PCT application in November/December of this year). See below for the Q&A:
(Claudemc60): Hello Peter,
Hope you are well, apologies up front for all the questions, I'll try to be concise.
I've been following the current global movement towards low or zero emmissions, in particular in manufacturing, iron, steel, cement appear to be some of the top culprits in GHG and CO2. I read about back in the day Pyro sold RES an ODS destruction system using Pyro torches. My question(s), is there a process that you know of whereby Pyro plasma torches can be used, to either destroy and or repurpose CO2 emmissions?
If it's possible, is it something being worked on or is Pyro already providing this as an add on service, or 'bonus' if you will, when discussing/negotiating converting one of these high GHG emmissions producing plants to use Pyro torches? And, if Pyro torches have this capacity, does Pyro have a patent or patent pending for the process with test results as it relates to destruction or conversion of CO2 by Pyro plasma torch? Thank you and stay safe!
Claude -
Peter's Answer (from Agoracom):
Dear Claudemc60
Actually…. Yes!!!
We applied for a provisional patent in this field last year which just filed as a PCT application. You will have to wait for the details when the PCT application becomes visible to the public in about 6 months. Enjoy the wait
Peter