Brussels, 4 March 2026 – On the 30th of April, the ECO2Fuel consortium will present its latest advancements in scaling electrochemical CO2 conversion systems during Acee-GISEL 2026 Conference in Cetraro, Italy. The programme will showcase progress from catalyst design and membrane development to the engineering and validation of a 50 kW CO2 electrolyser system, marking a key step toward industrial deployment of sustainable e-fuel production technologies.
Bridging the gap between lab and industrial scale deployment
Electrochemical CO2 reduction offers a promising pathway to convert captured carbon dioxide into value-added chemicals and sustainable fuels using renewable electricity. However, moving from laboratory-scale demonstrations to industrially relevant systems remain one of the sector’s main challenges.
At Acee-GISEL 2026, ECO2Fuel partners will present coordinated advances across the entire value chain. From catalyst and membrane development to system engineering and validation at 50 kW scale.
Recent progress includes:
- Kg-scale production of high-performance Cu2O and NiFeOx electrocatalysts, enabling stable and efficient CO2 conversion under scaled-up conditions.
- Upscaled membrane-electrode assemblies (MEAs) with industrial validation, the core units of the electrolyser as it drives the electrochemical conversion of CO2.
- Tailored anion exchange membranes designed for durability and efficient ion transport, which are specialised polymer layers that separates the two sides of the electrolyser while allowing ions to pass through, enabling the chemical reaction to proceed efficiently.
- Recycling strategies supporting circular material use, reducing waste, lowering environmental impact and supporting long-term industrial sustainability.
- Design, integration and operation of a pressurised 50 kW CO2 electrolyser system, representing a crucial step between laboratory experiments and industrial installations.
As said above, the 50 kW stack represents a critical intermediate step between laboratory cells and future megawatt (MW)-scale installations. Its modular configuration, balance-of-plant integration, and validation under realistic operating conditions provide practical insights into efficiency, durability and operability in CO2 reduction environments.
Together, these developments demonstrate that scalable and robust CO₂-to-fuel systems are moving closer to industrial deployment. By advancing electrochemical carbon utilisation technologies, ECO2Fuel supports the EU’s climate neutrality objectives and accelerates the transition toward a more sustainable and circular energy system.
Event information
Date: 30 April 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM CEST
Format: Online & Cetraro, Italy
Registration link: https://acee-gisel2026.unical.it/eco2fuel-side-event
