Italian ceramic tiles, 95% of which are produced in Emilia-Romagna, are internationally recognised for their high quality, durability and sustainability. However, the ceramic tile sector is also considered ‘hard to abate’: the production of building materials involves significant energy consumption and _CO₂ emissions, mainly due to the high-temperature firing processes used to treat raw materials. The CCS4CER project therefore aims to develop suitable processes for decarbonising the ceramic sector.

CCS4CER focuses on several key objectives, starting with the evaluation of the most promising _CO₂ capture technologies that are compatible with the production process. In particular, it focuses on capture technology based on molten carbonate fuel cells (MCFC), currently considered one of the most promising for _CO₂ capture and the cogeneration of electricity and heat.

The project also aims to develop mineralisation processes for waste produced during the manufacture of ceramic tiles: this not only helps to reduce environmental impact, but also creates new opportunities for the reuse of mineralised materials, contributing to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly production cycle. Once characterised and optimised, these materials can be reused as secondary raw materials in new products, such as mortars, geopolymers or cements. Romagna Tech plays a key role here as a point of reference for the dissemination of results.

 To find out more: www.ccs4cer.it

At the end of the project, a technology report will describe the technologies developed and also explore the potential for future developments. In this way, CCS4CER not only contributes to a more sustainable future, but also provides a solid basis for further future innovations.

PARTNERSHIP

• CERAMIC CENTRE (Coordinator)
• LEAP
• ROMAGNA TECH
• University of Bologna CIRI FRAME

INDUSTRIAL PARTNERSHIP

• Panariagroup ceramic industries
• Ascot ceramics group
• Sacmi