TotalEnergies awards Incubation Grants worth 700,000 euros to two DTU projects
TotalEnergies has awarded incubation grants worth 350,000 euros each to two innovative research projects at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). These grants underly the Company’s commitment to its multi-energy journey and ambition to accelerate the development of key renewable energy technologies.
Selected from 70 submissions, the projects focus on advancing Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies. The selection process comprised two phases: Abstract submission and full proposal submission. From the pre-proposals, 11 were chosen for Phase II, and subsequently, the two projects distinguished as standout proposals.
Project #1: Scaling Up of a Biomineralization Platform
Led by the Bacterial Signal Transduction Group at The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability (DTU Biosustain), this project focuses on harnessing bacteria to convert CO2 into valuable biominerals like calcium carbonate. This innovative approach offers a pathway to lower emissions, enhance industrial efficiency, and drive the transition towards a circular carbon economy. Applications span industries from cement production to paper and pulp manufacturing.
Project #2: High-Performance Bipolar Membranes for Efficient Electrochemical Capture
Hosted at DTU Energy, this project aims to upscale a promising bipolar membrane for direct air capture of CO2. The project will explore the potential of these membranes to efficiently capture and store carbon, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
The partnership highlights our dedication to renewable energy. With over 60% of TotalEnergies’ global R&D budget focused on renewables, we are driving innovation in wind, solar, hybrid energy systems, and green hydrogen technologies. Together, we are accelerating the energy transition and setting new standards for clean energy research.
Lars Oberbeck
DTEC Collaboration Manager and Expert Renewable Technologies
Timeline of the projects
Both projects will kick off in Q2 2025 and will take the form of two-year post-doctoral research endeavors. To ensure a collaborative and comprehensive approach to their development, the projects will be jointly managed and challenged by representatives from the Incubation and CCS R&D program. These grants will contribute to advancing scientific innovation and reinforce TotalEnergies’ active role in driving sustainable solutions for the future.