Kat Sale and collaborators recently showcased two significant studies in the GHGT-17 Conference Proceedings, reflecting Carbon Solutions’ dedication to advancing the science of carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS).
The first publication, Estimating the Health Co-Benefits of Carbon Capture for Power Plants and Industrial Facilities, examines the potential health benefits of retrofitting carbon capture technologies to various facilities across Colorado. By analyzing emissions of SO₂, NOₓ, and PM before and after CCS implementation, the study demonstrates how these systems not only mitigate CO₂ emissions but also significantly reduce harmful pollutants, offering valuable insights into the environmental and public health advantages of CCS.
The second publication, Projecting the Energy Requirements of Implementing Carbon Capture at Hard-to-Abate Industrial Facilities in the United States, focuses on the power demands of deploying CCS technologies across hard-to-abate industries, including cement and steel manufacturing. Utilizing the CO₂NCORD tool, the study highlights the feasibility of integrating these energy-intensive systems within projected grid growth scenarios, showcasing CCS as a viable pathway for decarbonizing industrial sectors.
