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Sustainable Membrane Separations

A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Materials".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 5954

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Department of Chemical Engineering, Columbia University, New York, NY, USA
Interests: polymer; energy storage; membranes; nanotechnology; sustainability

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Dear Colleagues,

In recent years, advancements in membrane technologies have revolutionized various industries, offering innovative solutions to critical global challenges. This Special Issue explores the latest breakthroughs in membrane science and technology, highlighting their diverse applications across multiple fields. Water treatment technologies have significantly benefitted from the development of novel membranes, providing efficient and sustainable methods for desalination, wastewater treatment, and removal of contaminants. In the realm of Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS), advanced membranes have emerged as vital tools in mitigating climate change by enabling efficient CO2 capture and conversion processes.

Additionally, energy storage systems have seen remarkable improvements through the integration of cutting-edge membrane materials, enhancing the performance and longevity of batteries and fuel cells. The versatility of these advanced membranes extends to various industrial processes, including gas separation, pervaporation, and hemodialysis, showcasing their critical role in healthcare, environmental protection, and energy sectors. This issue delves into these innovations' scientific principles, presents case studies on their real-world applications, and discusses future directions in membrane technology research. This Special Issue aims to inspire further research and development by providing a comprehensive overview of these advancements, paving the way for sustainable and efficient solutions to contemporary engineering. This issue will cover topics such as materials for membrane separations, membrane theory, membrane modeling, and machine learning for membrane separations.

Dr. Maninderjeet Singh
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • polymer
  • energy storage
  • membranes
  • nanotechnology
  • sustainability

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Innovative Pathways in Carbon Capture: Advancements and Strategic Approaches for Effective Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage
by Aryan Saxena, Jai Prakash Gupta, Janmejay Kumar Tiwary, Ashutosh Kumar, Saurav Sharma, Gaurav Pandey, Susham Biswas and Krishna Raghav Chaturvedi
Sustainability 2024, 16(22), 10132; https://doi.org/10.3390/su162210132 - 20 Nov 2024
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Due to carbon dioxide (CO2) levels, driven by our reliance on fossil fuels and deforestation, the challenge of global warming looms ever larger. The need to keep the global temperature rise below 1.5 °C has never been more pressing, pushing us [...] Read more.
Due to carbon dioxide (CO2) levels, driven by our reliance on fossil fuels and deforestation, the challenge of global warming looms ever larger. The need to keep the global temperature rise below 1.5 °C has never been more pressing, pushing us toward innovative solutions. Enter carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies, our frontline defense in the fight against climate change. Imagine a world where CO2, once a harbinger of environmental doom, is transformed into a tool for healing. This review takes you on a journey through the realm of CCUS, revealing how these technologies capture CO2 from the very sources of our industrial and power activities, repurpose it, and lock it away in geological vaults. We explore the various methods of capture—post-combustion, oxy-fuel combustion, and membrane separation—each with their own strengths and challenges. But it is not just about science; economics play a crucial role. The costs of capturing, transporting, and storing CO2 are substantial, but they come with the promise of a burgeoning market for CO2-derived products. We delve into these financial aspects and look at how captured CO2 can be repurposed for enhanced oil recovery, chemical manufacturing, and mineralization, turning waste into worth. We also examine the landscape of commercial-scale CCS projects, highlighting both global strides and regional nuances in their implementation. As we navigate through these advancements, we spotlight the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to revolutionize CCUS processes, making them more efficient and cost-effective. In this sweeping review, we underscore the pivotal role of CCUS technologies in our global strategy to decarbonize and forge a path toward a sustainable future. Join us as we uncover how innovation, supportive policies, and public acceptance are paving the way for a cleaner, greener world. Full article
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