3641 Effects of carbon capture and storage plant on thermal power station operation

This report explores the operational, economic and environmental implications of integrating carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies into thermal power generation. Focusing on commercially mature amine-based post-combustion carbon capture systems, it examines applications across combined cycle gas turbines (CCGTs), energy-from-waste (EfW), biomass and coal-fired power plants.

The report assesses the efficiency impacts and energy requirements associated with CCS deployment, highlighting that CO₂ capture rates of 95% or greater are now technically achievable. It also reviews the current global status of power sector CCS projects, including large-scale developments underway in the UK, and identifies key knowledge gaps relating to long-term reliability, maintainability and flexible operation as the technology moves towards wider commercial deployment.