Carbon Clean partners with Sønderborg Varme and Thisted Varmeforsyning to explore opportunities in Denmark

The partnership will allow Carbon Clean to explore opportunities to deploy its carbon capture technology in Denmark, which has emerged as a leader in the decarbonisation of heavy industry in Europe, having introduced a range of encouraging policy initiatives in the past year. As part of the collaboration agreement, Carbon Clean will focus on deploying its cutting-edge CycloneCC carbon capture technology at three selected energy from waste sites, with the support of Scandinavian Energy Contractors (SEC).

This project is expected to capture over 100,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually, contributing to Denmark’s goal of reducing CO₂ emissions by 2.3 million tonnes per year by 2030. Preparations are already underway to define the delivery model, assess permitting requirements, and coordinate technical integration with suppliers across the value chain.   

Aniruddha Sharma, Chair and CEO of Carbon Clean, said:

“We are thrilled to collaborate with Sønderborg Varme and Thisted Varmeforsyning to advance their carbon reduction goals with the first deployment of this innovative carbon capture technology in Denmark, in close cooperation with SEC. Our modular ‘carbon capture in a box’ solution can be delivered in just weeks, bringing a new era of decarbonisation to the Danish market, a market that presents a number of policy incentives for carbon capture players like ourselves.”

Erik Wolff, CEO of Sønderborg Varme, said:

“For Sønderborg Varme and Sønderborg municipality, carbon capture is an important piece in achieving a CO₂-neutral energy system in Sønderborg. Carbon Clean's innovative technology fits perfectly with an efficient district heating system like ours, where surplus heat is utilized effectively.”

Thomas Kristensen, Chairman of the Board of Thisted Varmeforsyning, said:

"At Thisted Varmeforsyning, we are proud to be part of this consortium as part of our efforts to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions to an absolute minimum. We have been working on carbon capture for years and have found the best possible partners to help us realise our ambitions. We were the first Danish waste incinerator to install and operate a pilot project on carbon capture, and now we can be among the first to go full scale. Denmark has the potential to become a key player in global CCUS, but no country can do it alone, so we need to bring international competencies into play – and that is exactly what we are doing in this partnership.”

At the heart of CycloneCC is the breakthrough combination of two process intensification technologies: rotating packed beds (RPBs) and Carbon Clean’s proprietary APBS-CDRMax solvent. This FOAK modular technology application of RPBs to a carbon capture plant is a gamechanger for the energy from waste sector, where space constraints often prevent deployment. By replacing conventional columns with RPBs, CycloneCC reduces both the size and cost of carbon capture plants by up to 50%.

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Image: Sønderborg Varmes heat and power plant and wood chip plant. Photo credits to Sønderborg Varme.

Notes to editors

About Carbon Clean

Carbon Clean is a leader in revolutionising carbon capture solutions for hard-to-abate industries including cement, steel, refineries, and energy from waste. The company’s patented technology significantly reduces the costs of carbon capture when compared to conventional solutions. Carbon Clean has over a decade of experience in designing, building, and operating industrial carbon capture systems and it has 50 technology references around the world. The company is an innovation leader in the CCUS market, with over 110 active patent assets across 18 patent families covering 30 countries, and has developed a modular technology, CycloneCC, that is vital for scaling industrial carbon capture deployment to achieve global net zero targets.

For further information: www.carbonclean.com 

About Sønderborg Varme

Sønderborg Varme is a consumer-owned heating company that delivers robust, competitive, and sustainable heat to thousands of homes and businesses in Sønderborg Municipality. We play an active role in the green transition and work purposefully with future-proof solutions that create value for both consumers and society. With roots in the local community and eyes on the future, we continuously invest in innovative and energy-efficient technologies. We prioritize community, responsibility, and sustainability.

About Thisted Varmeforsyning

Thisted Varmeforsyning is a consumer-owned district heating company based in Thisted Municipality. Established in 1961, the company operates district heating systems and participates in energy-producing ventures. Thisted Varmeforsyning is committed to environmentally friendly operations, supply security, and maintaining stable, low prices. The company values respect, honesty, collaboration, and trustworthiness, aiming to be a leading player in the industry and an attractive workplace.

Key milestones in Thisted Varmeforsyning's history include the acquisition of the Thisted and Morsø municipal waste company " I/S Kraftvarmeværk Thisted" in 2023, the merger with Østerild Fjernvarme in 2023, and the conversion of Nors and Sennels from natural gas to district heating in 2022 and 2023, respectively. The company has also been a pioneer in geothermal energy and carbon capture initiatives.

Thisted Varmeforsyning's mission, as outlined in its articles of association, is to provide district heating in Thisted Municipality, with the flexibility to undertake technical and administrative tasks for other supply companies. The company's vision is to be an independent, well-managed, and consumer-owned enterprise that prioritizes environmental sustainability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

About Scandinavian Energy Contractors (SEC)

SEC is based in Allerød, Denmark, originating from a carve-out from a major power plant contractor. SEC focuses on providing consultancy, engineering, and construction services for not just the carbon capture industry but also for energy from waste, gasification, SMR, H₂, PtX and SAF, including long-term O&M.