DESIGN PROJECT

THEME-WELLBEING FOR ALL AT ALL AGES

HARNESSING OF WATER FROM THE CO2

AVAILABLE IN THE ENVIRONMENT

TEAM NUMBER-WB44
PS NUMBER-WB-PS73
TEAM MEMBERS:

❑CHENNA VENKATA SAI DHARAN-99210041848

❑MARELLA VENKATA SAI NITHIN REDDY-99210041228
❑KAVITI VENKATA SRAVANI-99210041871
❑PEDDAGAMALLA VENKATASWAMI-9921004553
❑BOBBILI VENKATESH-99210041842

MENTOR-DR. ABHA DARGAR

 LIST OF CONTENT

❑INTRODUCTION
❑ABSTRACT
❑OBJECTIVE
❑EXISTING MODEL
❑PROPOSED MODEL
❑CONCLUSION
❑REFERENCE
INTRODUCTION:

Harnessing water using CO2 available in the environment is a concept known as "CO2 mineralization"
or "CO2-to-water" technology. This technology involves using CO2 from the atmosphere or industrial
emissions to produce water through a process called "carbon mineralization .“ The process typically
involves capturing CO2 from the atmosphere or industrial emissions and then reacting it with calcium
or magnesium compounds, such as calcium oxide or magnesium oxide, to form solid carbonates.
These carbonates can then be heated to release the CO2 and produce water . This technology is still in
the early stages of development and there are several challenges to be overcome such as the cost of
capturing and transporting CO2, the energy required to drive the reaction and the scalability of the
process. Some scientists and engineers are currently working on this technology to find ways to make
it more efficient and cost- effective . It is worth noting that this technology is not a solution to the CO2
emissions problem, but rather a way to utilize the CO2 that is already in the atmosphere to produce
fresh water.
ABSTRACT:

CO2 can be used to harness water by using it as a reagent to generate hydrogen gas
(H2) through a process known as hydrogenation. This process can be achieved through
the use of a catalyst, such as nickel or palladium, which facilitates the reaction between
CO2 and H2O to produce H2 and CO2. The hydrogen produced can then be used as a
fuel source, or further processed to produce other chemicals, such as methanol or
ammonia. This process is known as "Power to Gas" or "Power to Liquid" technology and
it is considered as a promising solution for the storage of renewable energy and
reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
OBJECTIVE:

The objective of harnessing water using CO2 is to extract water from the air by using
CO2 as a desiccant to absorb moisture. This process can be used in areas where water
is scarce or in situations where traditional methods of collecting water are not feasible.
It can also be used in closed environments such as spacecraft or submarines to recycle
water. Additionally, it can be used in the field of industrial dehumidification and air
conditioning to reduce energy consumption by using CO2 as a desiccant instead of
traditional chemical desiccants.
EXISTING MODEL:

One example of a model for extracting water from CO2 is called the Sabatier process. This process
uses a catalyst to catalyze the reaction between CO2 and hydrogen, resulting in the production of
methane and water. The water can then be separated and purified for use. An existing system for
extracting water from CO2 is called the Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU) system. This system
captures CO2 emissions from power plants and industrial processes, and then converts the CO2
into valuable chemicals and fuels, including water. The CCU system uses chemical processes such
as the Sabatier reaction and the reverse water-gas shift reaction to convert CO2 into water. The
water produced by the CCU system can be used for irrigation, industrial processes, or drinking
water.
PROPOSED MODEL:
❑Electrochemical methods: Using electrical current to split CO2 into its component elements, one
of which is water.
❑Photoelectrochemical methods: Using light energy and electrical current to break down CO2
and extract water.
❑Membrane separation: Using specialized membranes to separate CO2 and water molecules.
❑Absorption and desorption: Absorbing CO2 into a material and then releasing it using changes in
temperature or pressure.
❑Reversible reaction methods: Reversing the reaction that forms CO2 in the first place to extract
water.
❑There are several proposed models for extracting water from CO2, including:
❑These proposed models are still in the research and development stage, but hold potential for
mitigating water scarcity issues in areas with limited water resources.
CONCLUSION:

The process of harnessing water using CO2 involves the separation of CO2 from the air
or industrial processes, and then using that CO2 to extract water from the atmosphere
or other sources through a process called "humidity swing." This technology has the
potential to provide a reliable source of water in arid regions or during times of water
scarcity. However, it is still in the early stages of development and more research is
needed to determine its feasibility and potential impact on the environment.
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