BASF and ANDRITZ collaborate to deploy OASE® blue technology in Aarhus, capturing CO2 and supporting Denmark’s carbon neutrality goals.
BASF SE (BASF) and the ANDRITZ Group have formalized a license agreement enabling the deployment of BASF’s proprietary gas treatment technology, OASE® blue, for an ambitious carbon capture project in Aarhus, Denmark. The initiative is designed to capture approximately 435,000 tons of CO2 annually from the flue gas emissions of a local waste-to-energy facility, supporting the city’s strategic goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2030. ANDRITZ, appointed as the primary supplier for the carbon capture plant, has already commenced pre-engineering work. However, the progression of the project is contingent upon securing financial support from the Danish CCS Fund, which will provide the necessary funding for its implementation.
As a leading provider of complete carbon capture plants, ANDRITZ chose BASF’s OASE® blue technology due to its proven performance record and BASF’s extensive expertise in chemical processes. This combination of experience is crucial given the growing regulatory focus on emission limits for post-combustion carbon capture systems. The increasingly stringent regulations, coupled with the complex composition of flue gases, pose significant technical challenges that require advanced and reliable gas treatment solutions.
Klaus Bärnthaler, Vice President at ANDRITZ Clean Air Technologies, commented on the collaboration, stating, “We are excited to partner with BASF on this important carbon capture project in Aarhus. This collaboration reflects our commitment to providing innovative carbon capture solutions tailored to customers’ needs. By combining our plant engineering know-how with BASF’s chemical expertise, we are well-positioned to support sustainability in waste management.” His remarks underline the strategic importance of integrating engineering and chemical expertise to deliver effective and efficient carbon capture solutions.
From BASF’s perspective, the project exemplifies the value of long-standing collaboration. Vasilios Galanos, Senior Vice President Europe, Intermediates division, BASF, noted, “From the very beginning, our collaboration with ANDRITZ has been marked by a strong partnership between engineering and chemical expertise. Together, we identified effective solutions to address the project’s complex emission challenges. This project underscores the strength of our continued engagement in the waste-to-energy sector, highlights the versatility of OASE blue, and reinforces our commitment to delivering sustainable gas treatment solutions.”
BASF has established itself as a global leader in gas treatment technologies through its OASE portfolio, which has been implemented in more than 500 reference plants worldwide. OASE® blue, a key component of this portfolio, is specifically designed to help clients achieve lower energy consumption, minimize solvent losses, and ensure high flexibility while reducing impurities in both treated gas and captured CO2. The technology is particularly suited to handle the unique challenges posed by flue gases from fossil fuel power plants, boilers, steam reformers, waste incineration facilities, and the cement industry, offering a reliable and sustainable solution for complex emission scenarios.
Through this partnership, BASF and ANDRITZ are demonstrating the potential of innovative, collaborative approaches to carbon capture and reinforcing their shared commitment to advancing sustainable industrial practices.
