Economic Viability Challenges

Achieving a 60% conversion efficiency for CO2 into useful chemicals remains a significant hurdle, with current lab results often falling short. The conversation highlights the necessity for an abundant, high-quality CO2 supply at a reasonable price, while also addressing the broader implications of decarbonization costs in the chemical industry. Optimistic projections suggest clean production could be 30% more expensive, but some studies warn it may be two to five times higher than current methods.