Living textile biocomposites deliver enhanced carbon dioxide capture

In-na, Pichaya; Lee, Jonathan G.M.; Caldwell, Gary S.

doi:10.1177/15280837211025725

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“…Utilizing the bacterial-mineralization process, microorganism-based living building materials can self-heal and regenerate 16,17,27 . Living materials have also been used to replace conventionally pollution-intensive processes, such as applications in the energy industry, the production of textiles or structural materials, due to their inherent bioremediation abilities, especially through the carbon sequestration capabilities of certain microorganisms [55][56][57][58][59] .…”

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Dual carbon sequestration with photosynthetic living materials

Dranseike,

Cui,

Ling

et al. 2023

Preprint

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Natural ecosystems offer efficient pathways for carbon sequestration, serving as a resilient approach to remove CO2from the atmosphere with minimal environmental impact. However, the control of living systems outside of their native environments is often challenging. Here, we engineered a photosynthetic living material for dual CO2sequestration by immobilizing photosynthetic microorganisms within a printable polymeric network. The carbon concentrating mechanism of the cyanobacteria enabled accumulation of CO2within the cell, resulting in biomass production. Additionally, the metabolic production of OH-ions in the surrounding medium created an environment for the formation of insoluble carbonates via microbially-induced calcium carbonate precipitation (MICP). Digital design and fabrication of the living material ensured sufficient access to light and nutrient transport of the encapsulated cyanobacteria, which were essential for long-term viability (more than one year) as well as efficient photosynthesis and carbon sequestration. The photosynthetic living materials sequestered approximately 2.5 mg of CO2per gram of hydrogel material over 30 days via dual carbon sequestration, with 2.2 ± 0.9 mg stored as insoluble carbonates. Over an extended incubation period of 400 days, the living materials sequestered 26 ± 7 mg of CO2per gram of hydrogel material in the form of stable minerals. These findings highlight the potential of photosynthetic living materials for scalable carbon sequestration, carbon-neutral infrastructure, and green building materials. The simplicity of maintenance, coupled with its scalability nature, suggests broad applications of photosynthetic living materials as a complementary strategy to mitigate CO2emissions.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Dual carbon sequestration with photosynthetic living materials

Dranseike,

Cui,

Ling

et al. 2023

Preprint

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“…However, the CO 2 absorption rates of coated and uncoated polyester biocomposites were comparatively lower (0.49 and 0.42 g CO 2 per gram of biomass, respectively), probably due to surface charges impacting microalgae adhesion and retention [ 118 ]. After assessing the microalgae attachment on cotton/polyester blends over two weeks, some degradation was observed in the textile, potentially limiting the durability of the biocomposites [ 119 ].…”

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“…Some recent studies on CO 2 capture by κ-carrageenan biocomposite materials are summarized in Table 7, while Table 8 lists the main advantages and disadvantages of using carrageenan in a composite nanomaterial. Chlorella vulgaris on cotton sheet 41.29 ± 2.17 [119] Chlorella vulgaris on polyester sheet 11.09 ± 0.85 [119] Carboxyl-substituted porphyrin 6.97 [116] Table 8. Advantages and disadvantages of carrageenan composite nanomaterials.…”

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“…Extracted from red seaweed, making it a renewable and sustainable resource Limited mechanical strength compared to synthetic polymers [110] Forms strong and flexible gels in the presence of potassium ions Susceptible to degradation by microbial enzymes and acidic conditions [116] Excellent stabilizing and thickening properties in aqueous solutions Gelation properties can be affected by the presence of certain ions and pH [119] Biocompatible and non-toxic [110] Can be modified to tailor its properties for specific applications [113,116]…”

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Biopolymeric Nanocomposites for CO2 Capture

Cigala,

De Luca,

Ielo

et al. 2024

Polymers

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) impacts the greenhouse effect significantly and results in global warming, prompting urgent attention to climate change concerns. In response, CO2 capture has emerged as a crucial process to capture carbon produced in industrial and power processes before its release into the atmosphere. The main aim of CO2 capture is to mitigate the emissions of greenhouse gas and reduce the anthropogenic impact on climate change. Biopolymer nanocomposites offer a promising avenue for CO2 capture due to their renewable nature. These composites consist of biopolymers derived from biological sources and nanofillers like nanoparticles and nanotubes, enhancing the properties of the composite. Various biopolymers like chitosan, cellulose, carrageenan, and others, possessing unique functional groups, can interact with CO2 molecules. Nanofillers are incorporated to improve mechanical, thermal, and sorption properties, with materials such as graphene, carbon nanotubes, and metallic nanoparticles enhancing surface area and porosity. The CO2 capture mechanism within biopolymer nanocomposites involves physical absorption, chemisorption, and physisorption, driven by functional groups like amino and hydroxyl groups in the biopolymer matrix. The integration of nanofillers further boosts CO2 adsorption capacity by increasing surface area and porosity. Numerous advanced materials, including biopolymeric derivatives like cellulose, alginate, and chitosan, are developed for CO2 capture technology, offering accessibility and cost-effectiveness. This semi-systematic literature review focuses on recent studies involving biopolymer-based materials for CO2 capture, providing an overview of composite materials enriched with nanomaterials, specifically based on cellulose, alginate, chitosan, and carrageenan; the choice of these biopolymers is dictated by the lack of a literature perspective focused on a currently relevant topic such as these biorenewable resources in the framework of carbon capture. The production and efficacy of biopolymer-based adsorbents and membranes are examined, shedding light on potential trends in global CO2 capture technology enhancement.

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“…Among the various microbiota, cyanobacteria have the potential to become a promising device for the production of the next generation of biofuel. They have an outstanding reputation in the biosphere because of their key ability to fix nitrogen and carbon [21][22][23].…”

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Current Issues and Developments in Cyanobacteria-Derived Biofuel as a Potential Source of Energy for Sustainable Future

Singh,

Kaushalendra,

Verma

et al. 2023

Sustainability

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Biofuel production using cyanobacteria aims to maintain the sustainability of an ecosystem with minimum impact on the environment, unlike fossil fuels, which cause havoc on the environment. The application of biofuel as an alternative energy source will not only help in maintaining a clean environment and improving air quality but also decrease harmful organic matter content from aquatic bodies. Cyanobacteria are valuable sources of many novel bioactive compounds, such as lipids and natural dyes, with potential commercial implications. One of the advantages of cyanobacteria is that their biochemical constituents can be modified by altering the source of nutrients and growth conditions. Careful changes in growth media and environmental conditions altering the quality and quantity of the biochemicals and yield capacity have been discussed and analyzed. In the present review, the challenges and successes achieved to date in the commercial production of biofuel and its application in the transportation industry are discussed. The authors also focus on different types of feedstocks obtained from biomass, especially from cyanobacterial species. This review also discusses the selection of appropriate cyanobacterial species with merits and demerits in the post-harvesting process. In sum, the current review provides insight into the use of organic bioresources to maintain a sustainable environment.

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Living textile biocomposites deliver enhanced carbon dioxide capture

Cited by 9 publications

References 64 publications

Dual carbon sequestration with photosynthetic living materials

Dual carbon sequestration with photosynthetic living materials

Biopolymeric Nanocomposites for CO2 Capture

Current Issues and Developments in Cyanobacteria-Derived Biofuel as a Potential Source of Energy for Sustainable Future

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