UAEU Secures US Patent for Metal-CO2 Battery Innovation
The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has obtained a US patent for its Metal-Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Battery Cell, marking a significant achievement in green energy research. This innovation introduces a zero-gap flow-type system that converts carbon dioxide into both electrical energy and valuable chemical products such as formate and hydrocarbons.
Unlike conventional batteries, the patented design improves efficiency and delivers higher power density with stronger current levels. As a result, it sets a new benchmark for sustainable storage and clean energy utilization. Moreover, the system directly addresses the challenge of rising carbon emissions, showing clear potential to advance global efforts toward carbon reduction.
Scientific Impact and Global Relevance
Professor Dr. Ali Al Marzouqi emphasized that, “The new cell offers a practical solution to carbon pollution by combining high efficiency with environmental sustainability. This invention opens new horizons for utilizing carbon dioxide in energy production and places UAEU at the forefront of global leadership in clean energy technologies.”
Dr. Muhammad Kashif Aslam highlighted its broader implications by saying, “We successfully developed a cell that uses carbon dioxide as a reactive source, contributing to emission reduction and its conversion into sustainable clean energy. This technology enhances the potential transition towards a green, innovation-driven economy.”
These perspectives reflect how the project combines academic expertise with practical solutions that could influence international approaches to sustainable energy. Furthermore, the achievement strengthens the UAE’s role in advancing new technologies that have both environmental and economic benefits.
Commitment to Sustainability and Innovation
Through this discovery, UAEU demonstrates its growing influence in clean energy research and strengthens its role as a leading academic institution. The innovation not only aligns with national goals of sustainability and carbon neutrality but also supports the transition toward a greener economy powered by advanced technologies.
By tackling carbon emissions directly, the project confirms the university’s commitment to innovation-driven solutions. At the same time, it positions the institution as a global contributor to sustainable development and clean energy leadership.
