Carbon Capture Using Polymer Based Membranes – A Green Solution to Climate Change

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Year : 2025 | Volume : 2 | 02 | Page :
    By

    Anita Gaur,

  • Aakash Chaudhary,,

  1. Assistant Professor,, Department of ICM, Lajpat Rai College, Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
  2. Student, Department of ICM, Lajpat Rai College, Sahibabad, Ghaziabad,, Uttar Pradesh, India

Abstract

Growing concerns over greenhouse gas emissions have intensified the search for efficient and eco-friendly carbon capture technologies. This study explores the potential of innovative polymer-based membranes as a sustainable approach to controlling CO2 emissions. The paper outlines the fundamental mechanisms of gas transport in membranes, reviews recent advancements in polymer material design, and examines various membrane configurations suited for industrial applications. Special attention is given to newly developed high-performance polymers that offer improved selectivity, permeability, and operational stability. Industrial case studies, pilot projects, and commercially implemented systems are analysed to demonstrate real-world feasibility. Additionally, the role of emerging tools such as data analytics and machine learning in optimizing membrane performance is discussed. The paper concludes by identifying the main technical and economic challenges, while proposing strategic directions for scaling polymer membrane technology from research to widespread industrial deployment.

Keywords: Carbon capture, greenhouse gas emissions, polymer-based membranes, CO₂ separation, gas transport mechanisms.

How to cite this article:
Anita Gaur, Aakash Chaudhary,. Carbon Capture Using Polymer Based Membranes – A Green Solution to Climate Change. International Journal of Membranes. 2025; 02(02):-.
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Anita Gaur, Aakash Chaudhary,. Carbon Capture Using Polymer Based Membranes – A Green Solution to Climate Change. International Journal of Membranes. 2025; 02(02):-. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/ijm/article=2025/view=230555


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Volume 02
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Received 28/06/2025
Accepted 01/11/2025
Published 05/11/2025
Publication Time 130 Days
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