Converting captured CO₂ into low‑carbon feedstocks

As the chemical industry faces increasing pressure to decarbonise, Viridi is pioneering a transformative approach to reducing reliance on fossil-based feedstocks. By enabling the use of captured carbon dioxide as a viable raw material, the company is helping address one of the sector’s most significant challenges: the dual dependence on high-emission carbon sources for both energy and product manufacturing. With these sources accounting for up to 86% of total industry emissions, Viridi’s solution represents a critical step toward a lower-carbon future.

Turning waste carbon into a valuable resource

At the core of Viridi’s innovation is a proprietary catalyst that enables captured waste CO₂ to be directly integrated into chemical manufacturing processes. Rather than treating carbon dioxide solely as a waste product, Viridi’s technology repositions it as a low-cost, low-emissions, and locally sourced feedstock. This shift opens up a new paradigm for chemical production, where carbon circularity becomes both technically and economically viable.

The catalyst facilitates the formation of polymer chains by reacting CO₂ with existing chemical inputs, reducing the need for fossil-based and oleochemical raw materials. In doing so, manufacturers can significantly lower the carbon footprint of their products while also benefiting from more efficient processing conditions. The technology operates at lower temperatures and reduces the need for complex pre- and post-production steps, delivering both environmental and operational advantages.

Seamless integration with existing infrastructure

A defining strength of Viridi’s solution is its compatibility with existing industrial assets. Rather than requiring large-scale infrastructure changes, chemical manufacturers can adopt the technology by replacing conventional catalysts with Viridi’s and integrating a supply of captured CO₂, often sourced directly from their own operations. This ease of implementation removes a major barrier to adoption, enabling rapid deployment across existing facilities.

The catalyst itself is also recoverable and reusable, supporting a circular model that further enhances resource efficiency and cost-effectiveness. By combining scalability with minimal disruption, Viridi offers a practical pathway for manufacturers seeking to transition to lower-carbon processes without compromising productivity.

Enabling low-carbon products across industries

Viridi’s technology is already finding application in the production of surfactants used across a wide range of sectors, including home and personal care, cosmetics, textiles, and oil and gas. These industries benefit from access to materials with significantly reduced carbon footprints, as well as reduced exposure to regulatory risks such as those associated with EU deforestation requirements.

Beyond surfactants, the technology holds strong potential for expansion into other value chains, including polyols and advanced materials, further broadening its impact across the chemical industry.

A scalable pathway to decarbonisation

By transforming CO₂ from a liability into a resource, Viridi is enabling a shift toward circular carbon use within chemical manufacturing. Its combination of technical simplicity, economic viability, and environmental benefit positions it as a powerful tool in the industry’s transition to net zero.

For CIA members seeking practical, scalable solutions to reduce emissions while maintaining performance and competitiveness, Viridi’s catalytic innovation offers a compelling pathway forward.