Event by Novo Nordisk Foundation Science Cluster Available online

    Lecture: Beyond Storage: Pathways for CO₂ Utilisation

    Join us for an evening lecture where we will be discussing why CO₂ utilization matters within CCUS! The lecture is open to all and both physical and online participation is possible.

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    07 May 2026

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    Speakers

    Anita Sommer Head of Operations, The Novo Nordisk Foundation CO2 Research Center (CORC)
    Jacob Ask Hansen Head of Research Operations, The Novo Nordisk Foundation CO2 Research Center (CORC)
    Peter Westh Professor Technical University of Denmark (DTU) and Principal Investigator, The Novo Nordisk Foundation CO2 Research Center (CORC)
    Troels Skrydstrup Professor Aarhus University and Principal Investigator, The Novo Nordisk Foundation CO2 Research Center (CORC)
    Alexander Sandahl Product Manager, Danish Technological Institute

    Beyond Storage: Pathways for CO₂ Utilisation

    This lecture sets the scene for why CO₂ utilization matters within CCUS, arguing that the conversation must extend beyond storage to technologies that convert captured CO₂ into valuable products. It then surveys key routes to CO₂ conversion—from enzyme-enabled acceleration of capture and conversion to transformation into chemicals, monomers and polymer feedstocks—highlighting how these emerging pathways connect to industrial value chains and sustainable materials. 

     

    • Setting the scene: Why CO₂ utilisation matters by Anita Sommer, Head of Operations and Jacob Ask Hansen, Head of Research Operations, The Novo Nordisk Foundation CO2 Research Center (CORC)
    • Accelerating carbon capture and conversion using enzymes by Peter Westh, Professor Technical University of Denmark (DTU) and Principal Investigate, The Novo Nordisk Foundation CO2 Research Center (CORC)
    • Pathways for CO₂ capture using polymers, and potential Chemical utilization by Troels Skrydstrup, Professor Aarhus University and Principal Investigator, The Novo Nordisk Foundation CO2 Research Center (CORC)
    • The journey from CO₂ to CO₂-based products by Alexander Sandahl, Product Manager, Danish Technological Institute
    Important Dates
    Registration Deadline 07 May 2026 23:59 CET
    Facts
    Type Lecture
    Open to Open to all
    Contact person Linda Weiss
    lws@novo.dk
    Date
    07 May 2026 15:30 CET
    -
    07 May 2026 18:30 CET
    Venue Novo Nordisk Foundation
    Tuborg Havnevej 19
    2900 Hellerup
    København

    Programme

    3:30 pm Arrival & Registration
    4:00 pm Welcome & Introduction by Henning Jørgensen, Senior Scientific Manager, Novo Nordisk Foundation
    4:05 pm Lecture
    5:00 pm Facilitated Q&A with all speakers
    5:30 pm Networking (physical participants)
    6:30 pm Thank you for today!
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    FAQ

    What is Science Cluster Lectures?

    The Science Cluster Lectures is a series of open lectures for all researchers and others interested in bioscience, biotechnology and health. Every 4 weeks, on Thursday evenings, you are invited for lectures on themes with a general interest for the Novo Nordisk Foundation Research Centers and bioscience researchers in general. Often there will be a cross-disciplinary focus.

    Will it be possible to attend physically and virtually?

    This will be a hybrid lecture with the possibility of attending both virtually and physically. Please note that we have a limited capacity for how many we allow to participate physically, and seats are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

    Can you ask questions physically and oraly?

    Yes. We take oral questions from physical audience and written questions from virtual participants.

    I would like to know about upcoming Science Cluster Lectures – where can I find information?

    You are very welcome to join the ‘Novo Nordisk Foundation Science Cluster’s Linkedin and here on our website. There you will find information about upcoming lectures, and much more.

    What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

    If you arrive by car, you can park for free in front or at the side of Tuborg Havnevej 19. If that is full, there is 3 hours free parking in the parking to the Waterfront shopping mall at the end of the road. Public transport by train to Hellerup station, and/or bus (1A, 21, 166), nearest by bus stop is Tuborg Boulevard.

    Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

    Contact Linda Weiss at lws@novo.dk.

    How do I cancel my participation?

    Please help us respecting our speakers, as well as keeping track of the numbers and optimize lecture and catering to the audience by cancelling as soon as you know that you exceptionally will not be able to make it. You cancel by sending an email to lws@novo.dk

    Can I update my registration information?

    You update by sending an email to lws@novo.dk

    Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

    No, you do not have to bring your ticket, but registration is mandatory for participation. You will find a tag with your name on it when you arrive.