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Everllence has taken a significant step in the realm of carbon capture by securing a contract with Saipem to supply essential compressor and expander technology for the ambitious bioenergy carbon capture and storage (BECCS) project at the Värtaverket biomass power plant in Stockholm. This cutting-edge facility is designed to capture and permanently store biogenic CO2 emitted during the combustion of sustainably sourced forest biomass, such as wood chips and tree branches.

Dr. Uwe Lauber, CEO of Everllence, emphasized the project's importance as a crucial advancement toward large-scale industrial carbon removal. By enabling the permanent storage of biogenic CO2, the facility aligns with Sweden's goal to achieve climate positivity by 2030 and serves as a scalable model for urban carbon removal efforts globally. With the implementation of Everllence's high-efficiency axial compressor and expander system, the project promises the reliability and performance essential for continuous large-scale operations.

Once operational, the Värtaverket facility is projected to capture up to 800,000 tons of CO2 annually, surpassing the total emissions of all road traffic in Stockholm. The captured carbon dioxide will be permanently stored beneath the North Sea through the Northern Lights initiative, reinforcing the project's commitment to sustainability.

The facility's carbon capture system is equipped with Everllence's electrically driven Max1 compressor train, which includes the AG110 axial compressor and the EN080 axial expander, specifically designed for handling flue gas. The project has received support from both the Swedish government and EU funding, and it has successfully secured carbon removal agreements with major global companies, including Microsoft.

Uwe Emmerich, head of sales for petrochemicals and energy storage at Everllence, highlighted that their proven axial turbomachinery is ideally suited for high-volume flue gas applications. This technology not only ensures stable operation under challenging conditions but also maximizes energy recovery. The Värtaverket facility stands as the first BECCS project to utilize this innovative configuration, setting a new benchmark for efficiency and scalability in the carbon capture sector.