New Grant from the Independent Research Fund Denmark
Major Grant of 6,3 mio. kr. from Independent Research Fund Denmark strengthens research at DTU Chemistry in CO₂ Capture and the Green Transition
Associate Professor Martin Nielsen, DTU Chemistry, has received a grant from Independent Research Fund Denmark / Natural Sciences to launch a new research project on integrated CO₂ capture and catalytic conversion.
Monday 11 May 2026
Dennis Jensen
The project, led by Associate Professor Martin Nielsen, will in collaboration with Professor Anders Riisager generate new fundamental knowledge on how CO₂ can be captured and simultaneously converted into useful chemicals under sustainable conditions.
Today, CO₂ capture and CO₂ utilization are often developed as two separate processes. The new research project will investigate how these two steps can be combined into one integrated system, reducing energy costs and improving efficiency. The project will focus particularly on ionic liquids and advanced catalysis – technologies with significant potential for the green transition.
The research project is carried out in collaboration with international partners from the University of York and the University of Oslo, combining experimental chemistry with advanced computational methods. The aim is to develop the next generation of sustainable solutions for Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU).
The research is funded through the Research Project2 instrument of Independent Research Fund Denmark / Natural Sciences, and the grant of 6,3 mio. DKK highlights DTU Chemistry’s strong position within green chemistry research and sustainable energy solutions.