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Save the date: 21-22 April 2027, CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference

Maternushaus, Cologne (Germany), hybrid event

The three award winners!

“The CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference is great event to catch up with the latest developments in valorization of carbon dioxide.”
Reinier GrimbergenBlue Circle Olefins (NL)
“I’m excited to attend the CO₂-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2026 to connect cutting-edge research with real-world deployment and help accelerate the transition from carbon capture to scalable, climate-positive products.”
Colin O’BrienCERT Systems (CA)
“The “CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference” gathers science and industry to discuss and promote CO2-based Fuels, which are crucial for achieving climate neutrality in hard to electrify sectors like aviation.”
Thorsten JänischGerman Aerospace Center (DLR) (DE)
“I’m looking forward to attending the CO2-Based Fuels and Chemicals Conference, where I’ll be sharing insights on our efforts to scale up low-temperature CO2 electrolysis and engaging with key industry players to drive innovation forward.”
Tamás FődieChemicles (HU)
“Finding sustainable utilization pathways for CO2 is a key enabler for net-zero – this conference brings the best together to push the envelope.”
Eric RambechEndrava (NO)
“The conference provides an excellent platform to exchange ideas and accelerate innovations for a sustainable carbon future.”
Mohammad RezaeiGIG Karasek (AT)
“I am delighted to be able to contribute to this important and successful conference series again after a period of absence.”
Nils Rettenmaierifeu (DE)
“As someone focused on CCU over CCS, I find this conference to be one of the most comprehensive event available in Europe, offering insights into market trends, regulatory developments, and technological advancements toward industrial applications.”
Enzo DuriezLesaffre (FR)
“The CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference efficiently gathers industry players, policy makers, scientists and innovators, representing a must-attend event for those committed in developing CO2 utilization technologies.”
Mariasole CipollettaRosetti Marino (IT)
“This conference allows for the unique opportunity for experts in all fields of CCU to come together, share ideas, and lay the basis for developing the economy of the future.”
Markus JanaschSINTEF (NO)
“The event offers a valuable opportunity to connect with international experts and stakeholders advancing CO₂ utilisation technologies.”
Theresa HauthTechnical University of Munich (DE)
“The CO₂-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference provides highly relevant insights into current challenges and advances in carbon capture, utilization, and sustainable chemical processes.”
Svenja KnöschTechnical University of Munich (DE)
“The CO₂ based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2026 brings together leading experts shaping the future of renewable carbon, Power to X, and next generation sustainable fuels and materials. I’m looking forward to engaging with innovators and policymakers in Cologne to explore the latest technological breakthroughs and strategic insights driving the transition toward a more resilient, low carbon industry.”
Maryanne MainaTNO (NL)

The CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference has successfully established itself as an international and unique meeting and networking ground for the entire Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) and Power-to-X industry and its customers. The upcoming 14th edition of the conference will take place on 28–29 April 2026, Cologne, Germany as a hybrid event. Organiser nova-Institute expects over 230 leading international experts in the field of CCU, green hydrogen production and Power-to-X. Once more the event will showcase the latest innovations and most important developments in the fast-growing field of Carbon Capture and Utilisation with plenty of opportunities to network.

A milestone for the enforcement of CCU was reached on 28 June 2024 when the Council of the European Union and the European Parliament published the Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) in their Official Journal. The act finally acknowledges CO2 utilisation as an eligible strategic net zero technology, hereby providing an official reference and foundation to support and encourage the deployment of clean technology, such as CCU throughout Europe. With a current capacity of over 1.5 million tonnes for CO2-based products and steadily growing demand, CCU technologies are helping to establish CO2 as a renewable carbon feedstock, highlighting the urgency of investment and innovation in this field.

Innovation Award “Best CO2 Utilisation 2026”

Award Application is closed – 6 nominated will be published soon!

Further information here

New and leading players demonstrate novel and improved applications based on the use of CO2 as feedstock. Main topics of the conference include innovation, strategy & policy in CCU, carbon capture technologies, green hydrogen production, Power-to-X for fuels (transportation and aviation), CO2-based chemicals, materials and polymers, mineralisation and advanced technologies, research for CCU, electrochemistry and photochemistry.

Topics of the conference

Innovation, Strategy and Policy
Carbon Capture 
Green Hydrogen Production
Power-to-X
Power-to-Fuels (Transport and Aviation)
CO₂-to-Polymers and Materials
CO₂-to-Chemicals and Minerals
Electrochemistry
Photochemistry
Advanced Research in CCU

Patronage

©Land NRW/R. Sondermann
©Land NRW/R. Sondermann

„Competitiveness and the net-zero industry transition go hand in hand – this is the basis for a future-oriented and resilient chemical industry. By showcasing promising innovations, successful applications and discussing the enabling framework conditions in the field of Carbon Capture and Utilisation, the CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference makes an important contribution towards this transition.“

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Minister Mona Neubaur, Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Action and Energy of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia

Innovation Award Sponsor and Innovation Award Co-Organiser

YNCORIS
Innovation Award Sponsor
CO2 Value Europe
Innovation Award Co-Organiser

Partners

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