The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is advancing a novel, electrically driven carbon dioxide (CO₂) capture technology. The technology utilizes cost-effective reduction/oxidation responsive materials and metal ions to electrochemically enable the capture and release of CO₂ by traditional amine sorbents. The regeneration process eliminates the need for steam, significantly reducing the cost of retrofit to existing power stations. This technology was previously developed from concept to a proof-of-concept lab-scale device, validating the feasibility and potential of this innovative low-energy approach. In this project, researchers will further optimize the performance of the technology through screening, modeling, and experimental testing of various metals and candidate CO₂ sorbents. Process models will be developed to evaluate different process configurations, particularly the effect of high-pressure operation in the desorber, and to establish cost estimates for the electrochemical technology, enabling direct comparison with competing technologies. Optimization of electrode materials and configurations, electrochemical cell architectures, and flow channel designs will be completed through modeling and testing. A lab-scale apparatus for testing the most promising candidate sorbent/metal chemistries, as well as optimized cell designs, will be constructed. Testing will be performed under realistic conditions of temperature, pressure, and flow rates to evaluate performance and iteratively improve the cell design.