Start of construction of CCU project at Twence's waste-to-energy plant in the Netherlands

"It is such a great feeling being able to put the first spade in the ground. We have been working closely together with the highly dedicated people from Twence to realize this unique CCU project. We can't wait to start capturing the first CO2 emissions at the end of next year. Together we will contribute to a CO2-neutral environment. This will set the example for other energy players in the Netherlands and the rest of Europe," says Valborg Lundegaard, CEO Aker Carbon Capture. "It is such a...

"It is such a great feeling being able to put the first spade in the ground. We have been working closely together with the highly dedicated people from Twence to realize this unique CCU project. We can't wait to start capturing the first CO2 emissions at the end of next year. Together we will contribute to a CO2-neutral environment. This will set the example for other energy players in the Netherlands and the rest of Europe," says Valborg Lundegaard, CEO Aker Carbon Capture.

A large part of the captured CO2 will be delivered in liquid form to the greenhouse horticulture sector. CO2 is necessary for the growth of crops. It is now mainly produced by burning natural gas. Should the greenhouse horticulture wish to make the switch away from natural gas, the sustainable CO2 from Twence will be an alternative. In doing so, Twence is making an important contribution to making the greenhouse horticulture sector more sustainable. 

Marc Kapteijn, Twence Managing Director: "It is Twence's ambition to contribute to the circular economy and to produce more valuable raw materials from waste. This CO2capture plant is a wonderful example of that. The realisation of the plant requires knowledge and expertise. Which is why we collaborate with skilled and specialised parties. I look forward to a successful collaboration, one in which safety comes first!" 

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