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RCGI is proud to be featured by the Energy Transition Campus Amsterdam (ETCA) as one of its highly appreciated academic members, reinforcing the relevance of international collaboration in advancing the global energy transition. As highlighted by ETCA, the Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI) operates at the intersection of research, innovation, and industrial application to deliver tangible solutions for

On January 20, 2026, RCGI–USP had the pleasure of welcoming Shell’s senior technology leadership for a technical visit and strategic discussions focused on innovation and low-carbon technologies. The visit provided an opportunity for in-depth technical exchange around pathways for the energy transition and highlighted RCGI–USP’s research infrastructure and pilot-scale facilities. The agenda included technical visits to the Hydrogen Refueling Station

The Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI), of the University of São Paulo (USP), played an active role at COP30, held in Belém from November 10 to 16, with an intensive agenda focused on international dialogue, panel participation, and scientific articulation. Representing the center were Scientific Director Prof. Julio Meneghini and Director of Human Resources and Institutional Communication Prof.

The meeting brought Brazilian and Dutch research groups closer and paved the way for joint projects. On December 9, the Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI) welcomed a delegation from the University of Groningen (UG) for a day of institutional presentations, scientific discussions, and individual meetings among researchers, enabling the exploration of potential collaborations. The program also included a

The 2025 edition of the Energy Transition Research & Innovation (ETRI) brought together researchers, industry representatives, policymakers, and partner institutions for three days of discussions on the future of low-carbon technologies. Held from November 4 to 6, the event offered a comprehensive program that included technical sessions, keynote presentations, thematic panels, and institutional dialogues that strengthened the connection between academia,

Proposals presented by researchers during the USP Pre-COP event reveal the country’s dilemma between exploiting resources that still sustain its economy and accelerating the leap into the post-carbon era. Responsible for most of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, fossil fuel combustion places the oil and gas industry at the center of the climate crisis. Holding it accountable seems obvious —

The signing ceremony took place during the Agenda SP+Verde event, part of ETRI 2025, bringing together representatives from USP, Equinor, and the São Paulo State Government. The agreement for the CABRA (Carbon Storage in Brazilian Basalts) project marks a new step for Brazil in its energy transition and in advancing carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies. Held on Wednesday (Nov

The executive also emphasized the importance of oil and gas for energy security, noting that 80% of global demand is still met by fossil fuels and that 10% of the world’s population continues to live without access to electricity. Malaysia is preparing to become the leading carbon capture and storage (CCS) hub in the Asia-Pacific region. The statement was made

The “Hydrogen Route in São Paulo,” held on Wednesday morning (Nov 5), brought together representatives from various public institutions and companies interested in learning more about the initiatives that place Brazil at the forefront of the energy transition. The first stop was the pilot plant for hydrogen production from ethanol, developed by the Research Centre for Greenhouse Gas Innovation (RCGI-USP)