HD KSOE and its subsidiary HD Hydrogen are exploring the integration of Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) carbon capture technology into Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs) for shipboard power generation. This initiative aims to reduce maritime carbon emissions by replacing conventional propulsion and power generation engines with high-efficiency SOFC systems.
The Role of SOFCs in Maritime Power Generation
SOFCs are high-efficiency fuel cells capable of generating electricity using natural gas, ammonia, or hydrogen as fuel. By integrating PSA-based carbon capture technology, HD KSOE aims to develop a low-emission alternative for ship propulsion and onboard power. This innovation supports the maritime sector’s transition to carbon-neutral fuels while addressing regulatory pressures to reduce emissions.
Seunghwan Oh, Vice President of Business Development at HD Hydrogen, highlighted the significance of PSA technology in Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS), stating that its integration with SOFCs could significantly enhance maritime decarbonization efforts.
The Impact of PSA Technology on Carbon Capture Efficiency
PSA technology selectively captures and releases CO2 by adjusting pressure within a capture chamber. Compared to conventional CO2 absorption technologies, PSA is projected to be at least 40% more energy-efficient, making it a viable solution for reducing ship emissions.
Vidar Dolonen, Regional Manager for DNV Korea & Japan, emphasized the importance of emissions reduction technologies, noting that energy efficiency measures and onboard carbon capture solutions can serve as critical transition strategies while the industry works towards securing reliable supplies of alternative fuels. This collaboration represents a significant step toward scalable and practical carbon reduction strategies for the maritime industry.
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Source: DNV
