- Initiated by Veolia Germany, ZeCarb has been commissioned to conduct a feasibility study on the amine process for CO2 capture at BS Energy's biomass cogeneration plant in Braunschweig.
- ZeCarb is a service brand for “Carbon Capture as a Service” (CCaaS) offerings by Messer SE & KGaA, the world's largest privately owned specialist for industrial, medical, electronic and specialty gases.
- ZeCarb’s work contributes to Veolia and Braunschweig’s efforts toward climate-neutral energy solutions with the goal to develop a value chain from biogenic CO2 capture to transport and storage (“CCS”).
Messer SE & KGaA is proud to announce its role in advancing carbon capture technologies as part of Veolia Germany's ecological transformation strategy. Veolia has entrusted Messer with conducting one of two feasibility studies to assess the potential for CO2 capture at BS Energy's biomass cogeneration plant in Braunschweig.
The study, led by Messers dedicated CCUS service brand “ZeCarb”, focuses on the amine process, a proven technology (TRL Level 9) for efficiently separating CO2 from the exhaust gases of biomass power plants. Messer's expertise in industrial gases and carbon capture, positions the company as a key player in exploring the technical and economic feasibility of these solutions, which aim to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
An initial concept study has already demonstrated the potential for a complete value chain—from CO2 separation and processing to storage and transport to the North Sea (Carbon Capture & Storage – CCS). Covering the entire value chain from a single source is one of ZeCarb's core competencies. Messer is committed to site-specific optimisation, recognising the high energy demands of CO2 capture and the need for innovative solutions to integrate these processes efficiently into power plant operations. The findings of the study will play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of climate-friendly energy supply in Braunschweig and beyond.
Fabian Weber, 29.10.25
