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Block Energy plc has confirmed rapid and permanent mineralization of CO₂ in its Phase 1 carbon capture and storage (CCS) pilot in Georgia. Post-injection analysis indicated that 70% to 100% of the 13.6 tons of CO₂ injected in August 2025 has transformed into solid carbonate minerals within the Middle Eocene reservoir at the Patardzeuli field.

Monitoring showed no gaseous CO₂ at the surface and independent laboratory results from Azerbaijan validated the findings. The pilot provides a significant technical foundation for scaling up the project, with estimates suggesting the reservoir could store up to 151.5 million metric tons of CO₂. Phase 2 will focus on refining storage capacity estimates, achieving independent certification, and exploring commercialization pathways with joint venture partner Rustavi Azot, a subsidiary of Indorama Corporation.