Chimie Balard Carnot Institute is a french research 

structure committed to partnership research 

development. It combines scientific excellence with 

professionalism to develop research for companies’ 

innovation.

The expertise gathered at the Chimie Balard Carnot 

Institute allows for an integrative, multi-scale 

approach, ranging from molecules to materials and 

finally to processes.

It’s research activity core lies in the development, 

characterization and study of functional molecules  

and materials for energy, sustainable chemistry, 

environmental protection and health.

Chemistry, Environment and Sustainable Development 

www.carnot-chimie-balard.fr

Supported by technological platforms for synthesis, analysis, and characterization, 

the Chimie Balard Carnot Institute offers a wealth of contextual expertise in 

synthetic chemistry to develop multi-scale systems, from molecule to material.

Main programs:

 energy through components and assemblies for fuel cells, 

materials for electrochemical energy storage and conversion, 

(electro) chemical production of H

2

, the preservation of resources 

and valorisation of non-food biomass, bio and synthetic fuels,

 environmental protection through respectful chemistry 

for sustainable development based on the use of renewable 

resources, the substitution of hazardous compounds, 

the development of biodegradable materials, catalysis, 

process intensification and water treatment,

 health through the synthesis of biologically active molecules, 

vectors, and exploratory probes of living beings; hybrid 

materials and nanostructured composites for the transport 

and controlled release of active substances, medical devices.

Target markets

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Energy, refinement and fuel

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Cosmetics

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Chemical industry

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Automobile industry

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Construction industry

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Pharmaceuticals

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Chemistry and Materials

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Biobased Products