• The plant is set for commissioning first, followed by testing and other operational tasks.
• It reduces carbon emissions from cement production and sets a precedent for other carbon capture projects in the fight against climate change.

SLB Capturi, a carbon removal and reduction solutions provider, has opened the world's first industrial-scale carbon capture plant at Heidelberg Materials’ cement facility in Brevik, Norway.

The new facility will capture carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from cement production. The construction has been finished, and the plant is ready for testing. It is expected to start operating in 2025 and can capture up to 4,00,000 tonnes of CO2 every year.

The cement industry emits a substantial amount of carbon into the atmosphere, making it crucial to capture these emissions and make the industry's operations more sustainable. The new plant will help Heidelberg Materials, a global building materials company, make net zero cement. This means the CO2 produced will be offset by capturing and storing the same amount of CO2 without compromising quality and strength.

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"Reaching this milestone is a testament to the power of working together and the collective determination to make a positive climate impact,” said Egil Fagerland, CEO, SLB Capturi. “We look forward to continuing these collaborative efforts as we move toward the commissioning and operational phases of the project. The Brevik CCS plant sets a precedent for future carbon capture initiatives, where learnings and insights from this groundbreaking project enable others to follow."

This project is part of Europe’s Longship CCS initiative to capture, transport, and store CO2 emissions from industrial sources. Heidelberg Materials’ facility in Brevik, Norway, will set a model for future carbon capture projects. It has been completed with the help of Aker Solutions and local partners.

"The mechanical completion of the Brevik CCS project is a landmark achievement in the decarbonization journey of the cement industry,” said Giv Brantenberg, general manager Northern Europe, Heidelberg Materials. “This project exemplifies our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and the pursuit of solutions that address the pressing issue of climate change. We are immensely proud of the dedication and hard work of our teams and partners who have made this possible."

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Source: SLB Capturi