TÜBİTAK Marmara Research Center (MAM) hosted the TÜPRAŞ delegation. The meeting held within the scope of the visit was chaired by Dr. Ersin Üresin, Vice President of TÜBİTAK MAM Materials and Process Technologies. During the meeting, cooperation opportunities in the fields of carbon capture, hydrogen technologies and circular economy were discussed comprehensively.

Emphasis on Carbon Storage Atlas

The meeting emphasized that carbon capture and storage technologies offer a critical solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and prevent future emissions. Noting that the preparation of a carbon storage atlas across Turkey is a strategic need, it was pointed out that a study in this field should be initiated in cooperation with TÜPRAŞ, TÜBİTAK MAM and other public stakeholders. TÜPRAŞ officials stated that these projects can be supported under the Horizon Europe Program and can be expanded through international partnerships.

MAM's Scientific Competencies Introduced

TÜBİTAK MAM Strategy and Business Development Directorate Coordinator Dr. Samet Feyyaz Hamamcı gave a detailed presentation on the research and development activities of the Center. The presentation emphasized the contributions of the studies carried out in critical areas such as carbon management, hydrogen technologies and circular economy to the sustainable development goals of our country. In addition, information was given about our strong infrastructure and project development processes for industrial collaborations.

Research Laboratories Visited

In the field part of the visit, the High Temperature Materials Research, Development and Repair Center of Excellence, Metallic and Structural Materials Technologies Research Group Casting Hall, AMS Laboratory, Gas Separation Materials Development Laboratory, Sorption Process Technologies Laboratory, Membrane Process Technologies Laboratory, Catalyst Research Laboratory within TÜBİTAK MAM were visited. While sharing detailed information about the opportunities offered by these infrastructures and current projects, evaluations were made for future joint projects.

Important Step for Strategic Cooperation

TÜPRAŞ and TÜBİTAK MAM officials expressed their belief that the joint projects to be realized in the fields of carbon management, hydrogen technologies and circular economy will make strategic contributions to Turkey's energy transformation.