How ReCO2N value contributes to the resource transition
The structural change project “ReCO2NWert” aims to convert carbon dioxide from industrial processes into new raw materials. This is intended to reduce CO2 emissions and create renewable sources of raw materials. This innovative project starts in the Rhenish mining area and is carried out by leading research institutions and companies.
Goals and priorities
The project will use biotechnological processes to convert CO2-containing flue gases from the Weisweiler waste incineration plant into industrially usable products such as plastics. The institutions and companies involved are working together to advance the bioeconomy in North Rhine-Westphalia and promote a sustainable resource transition.
Promotion and cooperation
ReCO2NWert is funded by the federal government with eight million euros and coordinated by CLIB. The RWTH Aachen University, the Ruhr University Bochum, the Frauenhofer IME and UMSICHT as well as the companies MVA Weisweiler, Dr. Babor, Covestro Germany and the nova Institute. The project makes a significant contribution to structural change in the Rhenish district, which is supported by the federal and state governments with a total of over 14.8 billion euros.
Source: Wirtschaft.NRW
