Digitalizing Material Innovations for Net-Zero Applications

Digitalizing Material Innovations for Net-Zero Applications navigates the critical intersection of advanced materials science, cutting-edge digital engineering, and global sustainability goals. It explores how digital tools are fundamentally transforming the way we innovate, develop, and deploy materials essential for achieving net-zero emissions across diverse sectors, from energy systems to smart cities and industrial processes. Drawing on expert contributions, this book provides in-depth insights into key areas such as artificial intelligence–driven design of CO2 capture materials and membranes, strategies for decarbonizing the built environment, and the transformative potential of Power-to-X technologies. It addresses the growth potential and commercialization barriers for next-generation materials, offering practical solutions and real-world case studies, including the application of digital systems for sustainable manufacturing in MSMEs. This unique blend of material science and digital solutions offers a holistic perspective on accelerating decarbonization. This resource is designed for industry professionals and experts working on the decarbonization agenda in the fields of materials processing, manufacturing, and industrial sustainability initiatives.