The Northern Lights initiative continues to make strides in carbon capture and storage (CCS) across Europe, celebrating the completion of its Øygarden onshore facilities in Norway. These facilities are key components of Northern Lights’ CO₂ storage network, which aims to capture, transport, and permanently store CO₂ emissions from industrial sources.
Northern Pioneer and Fleet Expansion
The Northern Pioneer, the first of five CO₂ transport vessels, is set to begin operations in European waters. This milestone marks the next phase in Europe’s journey toward reducing industrial carbon emissions. The remaining four ships are under construction, with the first two slated for delivery in 2024.
Earlier this year, Northern Lights inaugurated its initial pair of LNG-powered, wind-assisted vessels in China. These vessels are designed with 7,500 cubic meter cargo tanks specifically made for transporting liquefied CO₂. The vessels were built by Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co. (DSIC), with construction starting in November 2022 and completed by early 2024.
Boosting Europe’s Carbon Reduction Efforts
These developments underscore the Northern Lights initiative’s commitment to industrial carbon reduction across Europe. By integrating Øygarden’s facilities with a fleet of specialized CO₂ transport ships, Northern Lights aims to streamline the entire CO₂ storage process, making it easier and more efficient for industries to participate in carbon capture and storage.
The initiative represents a significant step forward for Europe’s sustainable energy transition and showcases the potential for integrated CCS networks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions on a large scale.
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Source: Safety4Sea
