Engineering nano and sub-nanochannels in two dimensional membranes for enhanced CO2 capture: progress, challenges, and prospects

Key Points

• Enhanced CO2 capture can be achieved using nano and sub-nanochannels in two-dimensional membranes, demonstrating significant improvements in performance.
• The development of more effective membranes shows increases in adsorption capacity and permeability, achieving notable benchmarks over previous designs.
• Assessment utilizing advanced engineering methods reveals both progress and persistent challenges in effective CO2 capture within these membranes.
• These findings highlight the ongoing need for innovative solutions in membrane design and application, aiming for better environmental outcomes.