Saudi innovation converts greenhouse gas into valuable product

Summary

KAUST researchers have developed a system to convert captured carbon dioxide into industrial-grade ethylene using a high-pressure electrolyzer. The system operates under realistic industrial conditions and uses captured, high-pressure CO₂. It reduces the energy cost of producing ethylene by 0.8 gigajoules per metric ton compared to existing electrolysis systems. Why it matters: This innovation presents a direct path for transforming greenhouse gas emissions into valuable chemical products, aligning with Saudi Arabia's circular economy goals.