Project Background

As part of efforts toward achieving carbon neutrality, the client initiated an investigation into Direct Air Capture (DAC) technologies for directly capturing CO2 emissions generated during construction activities, as well as technologies for reutilizing the captured CO2.

While it was already understood that CO2 capture technologies had reached the demonstration stage, the current status of CO2 reutilization technologies — including developments in other industries — had not been fully assessed. Therefore, it was necessary to evaluate the state of technological development and verify the feasibility of practical implementation.

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Approach

1. Determined the direction and scope of the research through discussions with the client

2. Conducted desktop research to assess the latest trends in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technologies and CO2 utilization/recycling technologies, including benchmarking of relevant industry cases and competitor initiatives

3. Based on the research findings, facilitated strategic discussions with the client to support the formulation of future initiative and implementation directions

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Value Provided

1. It was confirmed that competing companies have not yet made significant progress in adopting DAC technologies, indicating that the client has been able to initiate consideration ahead of its competitors.

2. On the other hand, it was found that CO2 reutilization technologies remain technically challenging, with very few cases having advanced to the demonstration or commercialization stage.

3. The client decided to continue internal discussions toward the commercialization of DAC technologies. Meanwhile, CO2 reutilization technologies were assessed as not yet viable for commercialization at this stage, leading to the discontinuation of further consideration.