CCUS: Decarbonizing the cement industry
Laying the foundations for a net zero future with carbon capture
We can’t get to net zero without laying the foundations first. For the cement industry, this means accelerating the deployment of CCUS in existing and future operations.
From first-of-a-kind facilities to groundbreaking projects, we deliver sustainable solutions and deep expertise across the entire CCUS value chain. As a trusted global partner, we help our customers around the world navigate and conquer the complexities of CCUS.
Turning ambition into action for net zero cement
We’re proud to support Heidelberg Materials’ landmark carbon capture project at its Padeswood cement works in North Wales – the first of its kind in the UK. In collaboration with MHI Group, we’re delivering front-end engineering and design (FEED) services, supporting the cement industry’s journey toward commercially viable decarbonization.
Statistic Cards
CCUS projects we're involved in – across the pre-FEED, FEED and Execute stages – are expected to capture or transport 110+ Mtpa of CO2
subject matter experts (SMEs) for CCUS
carbon capture, transport, storage and utilization projects and studies to date
Our diverse technology experience
We have diverse experience in a wide range of both mature and emerging carbon capture technologies.
We’re working on more than 35 active CCUS projects that involve 14 different carbon capture technologies. Including MHI, UOP, standard amines, Selexol, membranes, cryogenic, Shell Cansolv, Carbon Clean, BASF OASE, and Svante.
Statistic Cards
Absorption (post‑combustion)
We have expertise with open-art amines, proprietary solvents, and capture processes including Shell Cansolv, MHI KM-CDR, Econamine, Capturi, OASE Blue, ASCC, Carbon Clean, and more.
Absorption (pre‑combustion)
We’re working with mature and emerging technologies such as membranes, Selexol, and OASE White while expanding our knowledge of other technologies such as Propylene Carbonate.
Adsorption
We are evaluating solid-based CO2 capture technologies and have project experience with emerging technologies such as Svante and Cormetech.
Physical solvent
We’re working with Air Liquide’s technology Lurgi Rectisol™ on one of our active projects.
Oxy combustion
We’re experienced in natural gas and coal-fired power, and chemical sectors. From demo to large scale projects, we offer concept development, techno-economic evaluation, and engineering for up to 550 MWe plants.
Cryogenic
We have experience with mature technologies such as Air Liquide, Linde and UOP Honeywell. While expanding our working knowledge of technologies like Chart SES technology.
Other technology types
We’re working with and exploring various mature and emerging technologies. Including MTR and Compact Membrane Systems, calcium looping, biological with microalgae.
The right support, at every stage
We understand the challenges the cement industry is facing when it comes to implementing CCUS. Whether it’s prioritizing the decarbonization of assets, weighing up CAPEX and OPEX decisions, debating technology selections, comparing infrastructure options, or navigating global policies.
Our customers benefit from a full value chain experience and an integrated service for consulting, engineering, fabrication and construction.
Our technology-neutral position enables independent and impartial technology assessment, integration, and implementation.
With over 100 CCUS subject matter experts and six CCUS communities of excellence around the world, we offer global experience with local expertise.
We implement a broad range of carbon capture solutions, ranging from pre-combustion, post-combustion, and oxy-fuel combustion, direct air capture, and other emerging technologies.
As a technology-neutral partner, we:
- help to identify the most suitable technology based on our customers' unique operational processes, emission profiles, available utilities, and regulatory landscape
- assess the technical feasibility and commercial viability of each technology, considering factors such as cost, efficiency, and scalability
- provide an overview of the CCUS technology landscape, including mature and emerging technologies
- actively support the development and commercialization of emerging technologies and ensure that our customers have access to the latest advancements.
With over 50 years of cross sector experience, our global teams have the skillsets and experience to work with and advise on all types of flue gasses.
By providing expert insight into carbon capture utilization (CCU), we guide our customers in exploring the best opportunities and selecting the most suitable carbon management and technology solutions for their specific needs.
We cover the entire utilization value chain – from CO2 monetization and stream utilization to accelerating time-to-market and ensuring project delivery certainty for low-carbon fuel producers and technology developers.
Additionally, we support our customers in scaling their CCUS projects, guiding them from first-of-a-kind initiatives and solution development to pilot testing and evaluating the viability of full-scale commercial implementation.
With our legacy experience in gas processing, we’ve worked on some of the largest CO2 compression and transportation projects executed in the world. We understand the complex behavior of CO2, dehydration and compression, onshore and offshore pipelines.
We work on the most suitable technical and economic options for our customer’s decarbonization projects.
The permanent storage of CO2 is a critical component in the net zero scenario. Drawing on our experience in conventional energy and subsurface technologies, we advise and evaluate the attractiveness and commercial viability of storage opportunities available for our customers.
Scaling CCUS for your business
In this report, we explore the role of CCUS in meeting net zero targets. With expert insights and data analysis into the factors driving CCUS investments, the significance of standardization, and the challenges to overcome in delivering more cost effective and efficient large scale CCUS projects.
