JOURNAL: A modelling study of post-combustion capture plant process conditions to facilitate 95–99% CO₂ capture levels from gas turbine flue gases
Summary
Authors:
Stavros Michailos
Jon Gibbins
University of Hull
University of Sheffield
A modelling study of post-combustion capture plant process conditions to facilitate 95–99% CO2 capture levels from gas turbine flue gases
Frontiers in Energy Research
May 2022
This paper examines how carbon capture technology in gas-fired power plants can be improved to capture up to 99% of CO2 emissions, a key step towards achieving net zero targets. While current systems typically capture 95%, stricter climate policies may require higher levels. The study finds that with small adjustments — such as increasing the height of the absorber unit and optimising operating pressures — higher capture rates can be achieved without significant extra energy costs. These insights could help power plants reduce their carbon footprint more effectively, making carbon capture a more viable solution for cutting emissions in the energy sector.