Munters supports world’s first cement carbon capture project

From housing to bridges, cement is an essential material in almost any construction project. But cement is made from limestone, which emits high levels of CO2 when broken down. And currently, there is no green substitute for limestone.

“If the cement industry was a country, it would have been the third largest emitter after China and the United States,” says Jing Jin, Vice President of Clean Technologies at Munters. “It’s therefore important that the industry find ways to become more sustainable.”

A solution that already exists and has gained more attention in recent years is carbon capture.

What is carbon capture?

Carbon capture reduces CO2 emissions by capturing it and storing it safely. For example, it can be stored underground in geological formations.

The carbon capture project that Munters is involved in will capture 400,000 tons of CO2 each year. This will cut the cement plant’s yearly emissions by 50%. 

Jing says Munters was chosen for the project thanks to its many years of experience and expertise in this area.

“We are a leader in our field,” she says. “We can tailor our solutions to meet the needs of our customers and we are good at collaborating and co-developing with our partners.”

Munters will be working together with EPC partners and supply critical gas-liquid separation equipment.

To read more about the project and Munters technology, click here.

The project is also in line with Munters mission, For customer success and a healthier planet.

“We want to support industries that are hard to abate by offering our solution,” says Jing. “Our mission is to supply clean air to the world, and this project supports us in this endeavor.”