Demonstration of long-term stability of solid adsorbents for direct air capture of carbon dioxide under real-world working conditions

The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science Financial Assistance Program (CFDA 81.049) awarded a $199,481 Project Grant to Molecule Works Incorporated, a for-profit company located in Richland, Washington. The grant supports Molecule Works' research and development efforts to demonstrate the long-term stability of solid adsorbents for direct air capture of carbon dioxide under real-world working conditions. This project aims to advance technologies that can efficiently remove and sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, contributing to environmental sustainability and energy efficiency priorities. Molecule Works has received multiple federal grants from the Department of Energy totaling over $648,683 since 2020, primarily for developing innovative membrane technologies, carbon capture solutions, and advanced filtration systems. The company has also collaborated with Duke University on prior grant-funded projects.