Carbon Centric Receives ENOVA Grant for Skogn Carbon Capture Project

Key highlights
  • ENOVA grants NOK 9.51 million for a carbon capture project at Skogn.
  • The funding covers 50% of the pre-project budget.
  • The project aims for a final investment decision by 2027.
  • The facility will handle 100% biogenic biomass for carbon removal and liquefied CO₂ production.

Project Overview

Carbon Centric has secured pre-project funding from Enova for a carbon capture facility at Skogn, located at Norske Skog Skogn's bioenergy plant. The project focuses on utilizing 100% biogenic biomass to achieve permanent carbon removal and produce sustainable, liquefied CO₂.

Funding Details

The ENOVA grant amounts to NOK 9.51 million, covering 50% of the total budget for the pre-project phase. This funding is part of Enova's "Industry 2050" program, which supports the development of green technologies and industrial carbon capture projects in Norway.

Project Timeline

The pre-project phase aims to establish a foundation for a final investment decision (FID) by 2027. This timeline is crucial for advancing the project from its initial stages to full implementation.

Source: Carbon Centric

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