Non-CO2

In an era that calls for sustainable coexistence of the environment and humankind, The R&D Center for Reduction of Non-CO2 Greenhouse Gasesconducts research and shares solutions for coexistence in terms of environment, economy, technology and policy.

Program Duration and Budget

Total Program Duration : September 2013 ~ April 2021 (7.5 years): 1^st Phase November 2013 ~ April 2017 (3.5 years), $43.2 million; 2^nd Phase May 2017 ~April 2021 (4 years), $49.5 million

Program Objective

To develop world leading technology for reducing emission of Non-CO₂ greenhouse gases through concentrated strategic investments
To achieve early commercialization and stimulate export of developed technology
To produce world leading environmental companies in key fields

Primary Areas

Integrated management technology for Non-CO₂ greenhouse gases
Development of reduction technology for capture and utilization of methane
Reduction technology for N₂O
Reduction technology for fluorinated gases (HFC_s, PFC_s, SF₆, NF₃)

total duration 7.5 years

Need for program on reduction of Non-CO2 greenhouse gases