‘CarbonBox’ Marks Breakthrough in CO2 Capture for China
In a significant stride towards combating climate change, Asia’s largest direct air capture (DAC) module, known as “CarbonBox”, has successfully passed reliability verification. Developed by the China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC) in collaboration with Shanghai Jiao Tong University, this innovative technology signifies a major breakthrough in carbon capture for China.
The “CarbonBox” module operates at full-load with hundred-tonne-scale capabilities, boasting an annual capacity to store 600 tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2). Zhu Lijun, the head of the research and development team, explained, “DAC is an emerging carbon capture technology that utilizes low-carbon energy sources such as wind power, solar energy, and geothermal energy. It extracts CO2 directly from the air, achieving negative emissions.”
Each unit of “CarbonBox” is designed to capture over 100 tonnes of CO2 per year with a remarkable 99 percent capture rate. Comparable in size to a shipping container, these modules can be easily transported and installed on-site. Through standardized modular integration, the system’s annual CO2 capture capacity can scale up to millions of tonnes.
The wide-ranging applications of “CarbonBox” include green methanol synthesis, production of green aviation fuels, and contributions to carbon services and trading markets. This advancement not only positions China at the forefront of carbon capture technology but also offers promising solutions for industries aiming to reduce their carbon footprint.
The successful deployment of “CarbonBox” reflects China’s commitment to sustainable development and provides valuable insights for global efforts in carbon neutrality. As businesses and governments worldwide seek effective strategies to address climate change, innovations like “CarbonBox” play a crucial role in shaping a greener future.
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