Carbon Dioxide Capture by Emerging Innovative Polymers: Status and Perspectives

A significant amount of research has been conducted in carbon dioxide (CO₂) capture, particularly over the past decade, and continues to evolve. This review presents the most recent advancements in synthetic methodologies and CO₂ capture capabilities of diverse polymer-based substances, which includes the amine-based polymers, porous organic polymers, and polymeric membranes, covering publications in the last 5 years (2019-2024). It aims to assist researchers with new insights and approaches to develop innovative polymer-based materials with improved capturing CO₂ capacity, efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effective, thereby addressing the current obstacles in carbon capture and storage to sooner meeting the net-zero CO₂ emission target.