Simona Liguori (Clarkson University) & Valentina Prigiobbe (University of Padua)

Integrating CO2 Mineralization and Mining for the Recovery of Construction Materials and Energy-Relevant Elements from Waste

Academic Institution: Clarkson University

Project Lead(s): Simona Liguori, Assistant Professor in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Clarkson University; Valentina Prigiobbe, Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering, University of Padua

Summary: This team will create an integrated process for mining energy-relevant elements (EREs) and CO2 mineralization for carbon storage. Once extracted from mine tailings, elements will be separated through nanofiltration to recover EREs and calcium (Ca) and magnesium (Mg). EREs can then be re-used in renewable energy systems while Ca and Mg will undergo reactions with CO2 to form carbonates that can be re-used in the construction of buildings and infrastructure.

Focus Area(s): Construction, Mining, Carbon Mineralization, Energy-Relevant Elements

Funding Cycle: 2022-2023