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Current advances in Microbial Carbon Capture Cells (MCC) – A unique bioelectrochemical system for sustainable future

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Carbon sequestration is considered a potential solution to reduce CO 2 emissions and slow down the rate of climate change . Scientists are constantly searching for cost-effective ways to capture carbon on a large scale. One of the sustainable methods to capture carbon is biological sequestration, where CO 2 is absorbed through photosynthesis to create valuable biomass. Microbial Carbon Capture Cell (MCC) is a type of bioelectrochemical system that can use CO 2 and organic substrate, such as wastewater, to produce biomass and generate bioelectricity . Although it is a promising technology, it still needs further development to become a competitive option for a sustainable future. This review article will delve into the principle of MCC, its advantages over traditional methods, the types of substrates and microbes commonly employed, recent developments, and factors that affect its performance. Moreover, in this analysis, the current body of research on MCC has been evaluated and potential areas for future study have also been proposed.

Source: Sustainable Chemistry for the Environment

DOI: 10.1016/j.scenv.2025.100244

Authors: K. Priyadharshini, Subramaniapillai Niju

Institution: PSG College of Technology

Language: English

Topic: Microbial Fuel Cells and Bioremediation

Subfield: Environmental Engineering

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Climate action, Affordable and clean energy

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,440