2x Capture Efficiency: Climeworks’ Gen 3 DAC tech, powered by Svante’s structured adsorbents, doubles CO₂ capture compared to Gen 2.
50% Energy Reduction: Energy use slashed in half across 1,300+ real-world cycles.
Proven Durability: Stable performance in extreme humidity and temperature conditions, validating scalability.
Climeworks has completed large-scale testing of its Generation 3 Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, confirming a significant leap in efficiency. Powered by Svante’s structured adsorbents, the system doubles CO₂ capture capacity and cuts energy use in half compared to Climeworks’ current Gen 2 implementation in Iceland.
“Testing DAC technology at full scale and under real-world conditions is critical to validating performance and durability before large-scale deployment,” Climeworks stated.
The trial ran from May 2024 to January 2025 at Climeworks’ large-scale facility in Muttenz, Switzerland. Across 1,300+ operating cycles and varying environmental conditions—from sub-freezing to high humidity—the Gen 3 system consistently performed within ±5% of predictions.
The key innovation lies in Svante’s structured adsorbents, which enable faster CO₂ adsorption and desorption cycles with low air resistance—critical for reducing energy consumption while increasing capture throughput.
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“Svante’s structure demonstrated mechanical stability and maintained high performance over time,” Climeworks noted.
In addition to performance, Svante’s materials offer a low-carbon manufacturing footprint and enhanced durability, further aligning with sustainability goals.
This milestone also marks progress toward a scalable DAC supply chain. Svante exemplifies a new generation of DAC-focused suppliers scaling alongside tech leaders like Climeworks.
“Long-term collaborations like this one help professionalize and structure the DAC supply chain,” the company said. “A crucial development for turning carbon removal into a mature, global industry.”
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