Wood Drives Carbon Capture and Storage Advancements on Norwegian Continental Shelf

Wood Drives Carbon Capture and Storage Advancements on Norwegian Continental Shelf

(IN BRIEF) Wood is advancing three major carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, capable of storing up to 21 million tonnes of CO2 annually—nearly half of Norway’s 2023 CO2 emissions. The company has completed essential techno-economic assessments, enabling these projects to move forward. Wood’s extensive experience in CCS and commitment to supporting Norway’s decarbonization efforts are highlighted by these initiatives. The company will present its work at the ONS conference in Stavanger.

(PRESS RELEASE) ABERDEEN, 27-Aug-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Engineering and consulting giant Wood is making significant strides in carbon capture and storage (CCS) on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, advancing three key projects: Trudvang, Luna, and Havstjernet hat collectively have the potential to store up to 21 million tonnes of CO2 annually. This represents nearly half of Norway’s total CO2 emissions in 2023.

Wood has completed comprehensive techno-economic assessments for these projects, providing the foundation for sustainable CO2 transportation and storage solutions. The assessments included advanced simulations and innovative approaches to subsea field layouts and marine loading, enabling the projects to move to the next stage of development.

Azad Hessamodini, Executive President of Consulting at Wood, praised the expertise and dedication of the team, emphasizing Wood’s commitment to supporting Norway’s transition to a low-carbon future. The company’s extensive experience in CCS, with over 200 global projects completed, positions Wood as a leader in delivering scalable decarbonization solutions.

The CCS projects, backed by companies including Sval, Storegga, Vår Energi, Wintershall Dea, and Total, highlight Norway’s leadership in carbon reduction initiatives. Wood’s teams across Europe are collaborating to deliver these critical projects.

Wood will be showcasing its CCS expertise at the ONS conference in Stavanger from August 26-29.

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SOURCE: John Wood Group PLC