637203 external_news 1595450826 1595450826 By substituting the low-energy membranes for certain steps in the distillation process, the new technology might one day allow implementation of a hybrid refining system that could help reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption significantly compared to traditional refining processes. "Much in our modern lives comes from oil, so the separation of these molecules makes our modern civilization possible," said M.G. Finn. "The scale of the separation required to provide the products we use is incredibly large. This membrane technology could make a significant impact on global energy consumption and the resulting emissions of petroleum processing." Related coverage: C&EN, Chemical Engineering Online, Oil & Gas Engineering, Machine Design, Science Magazine Podcast, The Engineer, Trade Arabia, Green Car Congress, Business Wire, Yahoo Finance, Science Daily, Tech Explorist, Energy News, American Inno: Atlanta Beat, Invest Chronicle, Nasdaq.

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