World’s First Carbon-Capturing FPSO Vessel Ready For Delivery In China

China has completed the world’s first floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) vessel that comes with a carbon capture and storage facility.

According to Science and Technology Daily, this vessel is set to be delivered by the end of February.

The FPSO, measuring 333 meters in length and 60 meters in width, is capable of producing up to 120,000 barrels of crude oil every day.

The vessel’s ability to capture carbon dioxide emissions generated not only during oil production but also during the vessel’s navigation process is what sets it apart from others.

It also uses the heat energy from exhaust gases to generate electricity, helping to meet both environmental and energy efficiency goals.

Offshore oil and gas production is responsible for releasing large amounts of carbon dioxide each year, contributing greatly to global greenhouse gas emissions.

The introduction of carbon capture and storage technology in such vessels could provide a much-needed so…

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