Value Group Secures €2 Million for CO₂ Capture Hub in Rotterdam

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  • Reported by the American Journal of Transportation, Value Group receives €2 million investment from Energietransitiefonds Rotterdam (ETF-R).
  • Funding will accelerate the development of the Value Hub in Rotterdam for CO₂ offloading and sustainable processing.
  • Value Maritime’s Filtree System enables hybrid CO₂ capture and exhaust gas cleaning, benefiting shipping, agriculture, and industry.
  • The partnership highlights Rotterdam’s commitment to energy transition and sustainability.

Investment to Drive CO₂ Capture Innovation

Value Group, comprising Value Maritime and Value Carbon, has secured a €2 million investment from Energietransitiefonds Rotterdam (ETF-R), according to the American Journal of Transportation. This strategic funding will support the development of the Value Hub in Rotterdam, a facility designed to manage CO₂ offloading from ships and facilitate sustainable reuse or storage.

Advanced Carbon Capture Technology

The core innovation lies in Value Maritime’s Filtree System, a hybrid CO₂ capture and exhaust cleaning solution. The system captures CO₂, cleans sulphur, and removes ultra-fine particulates from ship exhaust, aligning with current and future environmental regulations. Captured CO₂ is stored onboard in fixed tanks or battery containers, later offloaded at ports for sustainable reuse.

Real-World Applications and Pilot Programs

A pilot project in Westland greenhouses demonstrates a practical application of the technology, using captured CO₂ to enhance photosynthesis and plant growth. This initiative highlights the versatility of the technology in reducing emissions across sectors, from maritime operations to agriculture.

Strengthened Strategic Partnerships

With ETF-R’s investment and InnovationQuarter’s guidance, Value Group aims to transform the Rotterdam Value Hub into a global blueprint for CO₂ processing and storage. The funding also accelerates the expansion of the patented Filtree System, reinforcing Value Group’s leadership in carbon capture innovation.

About Value Group

Value Group unites Value Maritime, a pioneer in maritime sustainability since 2017, and Value Carbon, which focuses on land-based carbon management. Together, they aim to drive emissions reduction through cutting-edge technology while offering economic benefits to clients.

Role of ETF-R and InnovationQuarter

Energietransitiefonds Rotterdam (ETF-R), a €100 million city fund managed by InnovationQuarter, supports innovative, sustainable projects that contribute to Rotterdam’s energy transition and circular economy. By investing in Value Group, ETF-R underlines its commitment to reducing CO₂ emissions and promoting cleaner, more efficient solutions for the future.

This collaboration showcases Rotterdam as a hub of sustainable innovation, advancing global decarbonization goals.

 

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Source: American Journal of Transportation