ALBAWABA – China has announced the completion of the world’s first floating oil and gas production and storage unit. The unit utilizes carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology and is expected to enhance and sustain the country’s energy sector.
China’s CCS oil unit
The country has announced the completion of its first floating oil and gas production and storage unit. This unit is considered the first of its kind in the world and is entirely built using carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology.
Notably, the carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology helps reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, contributing to the fight against global warming. With this unit, China aims to enhance and sustain its energy sector while reducing carbon emissions to protect the environment.
China has stated that the new unit will be delivered by the end of February 2025. According to China Central Television (CCTV), the unit is approximately 333 meters long and 60 meters wide, with a production capacity of around 120,000 barrels of crude oil per day.
The new unit will use waste heat from exhaust gases to generate electricity, which significantly contributes to sustaining the environment and energy resources. (Shutterstock)
Additionally, the unit will capture carbon dioxide from both sailing and production operations, reduce its carbon footprint, and enhance the efficiency of marine operations.
Experts further explained that the new unit will use waste heat from exhaust gases to generate electricity, which significantly contributes to sustaining the environment and energy resources.
It is worth mentioning that CO2 emissions were recorded at approximately 38 million tons in 2023. These emissions mainly result from oil and gas production.
