Tech Optimist Episode #64: Revolutionizing Carbon Capture
Mantel leverages molten salt-based materials to capture CO2 emissions from industrial sources like cement and steel plants
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In this episode, Alumni Ventures Managing Partner Chris Sklarin dives into the innovative world of carbon capture with Cameron Halliday, Co-Founder and CEO of Mantel.
They discusse Mantel’s groundbreaking technology that leverages molten salt-based materials to capture CO2 emissions from industrial sources like cement and steel plants. This conversation covers how Mantel is drastically reducing carbon capture costs and making this essential climate solution more scalable and energy-efficient.
Chris and Cameron also explore the company’s rapid progress, including a recent $30 million Series A, and how Mantel is preparing for commercial-scale deployment.
Listen in to discover how Mantel’s advancements are positioned to play a critical role in decarbonizing heavy industries.
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