Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) have started a research project to capture carbon and pollutants at the Rabigh Power Plant. The Ministry of Energy is overseeing the project.
The project involves testing a new technology that uses freezing techniques to capture carbon and treat other pollutants. This technology includes a mobile platform that can capture up to a quarter of a tonne of carbon dioxide daily. The platform can be used as a model for applying carbon capture in the power generation sector.
Saudi Electricity Company and KAUST are working together to develop and implement technological solutions that benefit the environment. The project is part of Saudi Arabia’s efforts to capture carbon and reduce emissions. The country aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2060 or earlier.
The research project will help reduce emissions from fuel combustion, including carbon dioxide, sulphur oxides, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter. The process works by using a cryogenic system to freeze the CO2, allowing it to be separated from the other gases and captured. The captured CO2 can then be stored or utilized in various industries, such as in the production of chemicals or fuels. The captured carbon achieves up to 99% purity, making it a valuable resource for various industries.
Saudi Electricity Company and KAUST are working together to develop solutions that can be applied in the energy sector. The project’s outcomes will contribute to the development of new technologies and solutions, supporting the Saudi Green Initiative’s goal of implementing circular carbon economy techniques.
The project is ongoing, and the results will be used to refine the technology and apply it on a larger scale. The country is working to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and increase its use of renewable energy sources.
