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CO2 reduction using earth-abundant molecular catalyst

Status: New

Lab/Organization
Name & address of the Laboratory/Organization Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Goa
Website address http://iitgoa.ac.in
Affiliated to which Department/Ministry Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
CSR Registration Number CSR00019865
Registration under 12A
Registration under 80G
Name of the CSR Nodal Dr. Thaseem Thajudeen (Dean R&D)
Contact information of CSR Nodal 0832-2490-859 , dean.research@iitgoa.ac.in
Principal Investigator Raja Mitra, rajamitra@iitgoa.ac.in
https://rajamitra28.wixsite.com/mitralab
Co- Principal Investigator (Co-PI)
Project Detail
Objective on the basis of need

Reduction of CO2 to value added products using heaper homogeneous metal catalysts
 

Executive summary of the proposed project (In 250 words)

The quest for advanced catalytic systems using precious metals has prompted the scientific community to explore earth-abundant transition metals as feasible substitutes. Among these, iron (Fe) is highlighted as the most versatile and sustainable option due to its abundance, low toxicity, and relevance in biological systems. The role of Fe in catalysis has evolved over the last decade, shifting from stoichiometric to catalytic use, with ongoing development. Fe-based catalysts are a significant research focus, offering the potential for sustainable and eco-friendly industrial applications.
 

Technology Readiness Level (If not a new project but an advancement of existing know how) TRL2
Outomes or Deliverables

1. To design and synthesis an effective ligand system for molecular metal catalysts

2. To synthesize effective catalysts based on first-row transition metal (Fe, Co,Ni)

3. Covert CO2 to values added products like CO, methane, formaldehyde

4. Knowledge advancement and effective training of the next generation to fight against climate changes

Project aligned with which most relevant UN SDGs Goal 7 - Affordable & Clean Energy
Goal 13 - Climate Action
Duration (In years) 3 yrs
Expected Impact

To mitigate the greenhouse effect of CO2 by converting it into valuable products
 

Implementation model (self- implemented/ outsourced partnership) self implement with academic collaboration
Total Budget (Recurring +Non-Recurring Expenses) 60 lacs