Shimadzu Supports Carbon Capture Innovation with Rhinoflux Investment

Shimadzu Corporation has invested in Rhinoflux Inc., a company pioneering carbon dioxide capture and biomass energy technologies, through its Shimadzu Future Innovation Fund (FIF). This investment aims to enhance sustainable energy solutions using Rhinoflux’s technology to achieve carbon neutrality.

Biomass power generation has gained traction as a renewable energy source vital for carbon neutrality. However, traditional approaches face challenges, including high transportation costs of waste required for power generation. Rhinoflux, drawing on the research led by Dr. Ryuichi Ashida at Kyoto University, has developed innovative technology. This system successfully derives electrical energy and carbon dioxide with over 99.9% purity from biomass, utilizing redox reactions in metal ion solutions instead of combustion. Such advancements promise to overcome the limitations of conventional methods by allowing installation of compact bioenergy and carbon recovery plants close to resource sites, significantly enhancing efficiency.

Shimadzu’s investment underscores a strong endorsement of Rhinoflux’s technology and its management team, showcasing confidence in their potential to revolutionize the biomass energy sector. By facilitating their research and business development through this financial backing, Shimadzu is playing a pivotal role in moving towards carbon neutrality.

By investing in Rhinoflux, Shimadzu demonstrates its commitment to innovative solutions that address global energy challenges. This partnership not only strengthens green energy initiatives but also highlights the potential for transformative strides toward a sustainable future.

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