Honorable Mention - 2025 OpenAir Carbon Removal Challenge
Acknowledged for outstanding research and development in carbon removal technologies by the OpenAir Collective.
About Us
Michigan Carbon Capture is a University of Michigan student organization dedicated to innovation and education in carbon capture technology.As the student branch of the Global CO2 Initiative, we coordinate both research initiatives to develop novel carbon capture technology and educational initiatives to advance climate tech understanding in the Ann Arbor community. Together, we're building a sustainable future.
Project SAPPHIRE
Project SAPPHIRE is MCC's project team working to build a device to extract carbon and hydrogen gas from urban wastewater. Nurturing microbes under a slight electrical current and repurposing calcium-rich industrial wasteproducts kickstarts a chain reaction that allows the device to carry out both processes simultaneously.
Project CERULEAN
Project CERULEAN is MCC's newest project team developed with a goal of designing a zero-emission biochar production facility with potential for real-world scale up. We hope to optimize our biochar product to use in applications on campus to enhance natural carbon sinks like soil.
News
Honorable Mention - 2025 OpenAir Carbon Removal Challenge
2nd Place - 2024 ChemE Cube Direct Air Capture Competition
Recognized for innovative direct air capture technology design and implementation in the prestigious AIChE ChemE Cube competition.
Contact Us
Co-Presidents:
lsimakas@umich.edu, amajew@umich.edu, mettli@umich.edu
Project Leads:
dbjohn@umich.edu, bccoff@umich.edu, shaunsh@umich.edu