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RepAir Carbon US Inc. and C-Questra launch the EU’s first onshore carbon dioxide removal project
RepAir Carbon US Inc. and C-Questra launch the EU’s first onshore carbon dioxide removal project
Partnership between two pioneering carbon tech startups on French soil gives new hope for Europe’s competitiveness in decarbonisation race.
Sunny Isles Beach, FL & Amsterdam, NL - August 19, 2024 - RepAir Carbon US Inc., developer of a uniquely energy-efficient Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, and C-Questra, an independent European carbon storage startup, today announced a strategic partnership to develop the European Union's first onshore Direct Air Capture and Storage (DACS) project in France.
This project is promising for a number of reasons: it is the first onshore Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) project of its kind in the EU which eliminates the need for expensive midstream and offshore infrastructure. It also uses a heat-free, ultra-modular electrochemical technology - provided by RepAir - which reduces energy consumption by 70% compared to conventional DAC solutions by relying solely on electricity.
Conventional DAC solutions face criticism for their high energy consumption, resulting in prohibitive cost at scale. Additionally, these systems rely on solvents and sorbents that require regular replacement and introduce potential health and safety risks. In contrast, RepAir's approach is a groundbreaking innovation that requires only electricity. This technology provides an efficient, cost-effective, safe, and scalable solution for atmospheric CO2 removal.
This new partnership creates the first DACS value chain on French soil that enables co-location of capture and storage facilities reducing midstream infrastructure needs. The project is in Grandpuits, near Paris, where C-Questra has applied for a permit to develop an onshore CO2 storage site. By 2030, the goal is to remove 100,000 tons of CO2 per year from the atmosphere, scaling up megatons by 2035. This large-scale carbon removal is considered essential by experts to significantly reduce atmospheric CO2 levels.
The collaboration also includes a commitment to explore local manufacturing opportunities in the Île-de-France region, thus creating new green jobs, and developing similar DACS projects in other EU countries.
"This is setting a new standard for efficient, scalable carbon removal in Europe," said Jean-Philippe Hiegel, Head of Strategy and Growth at RepAir Carbon. "The combination of our technology, which uses just 0.6 MWh per ton of CO2 captured - compared to 2.5 MWh for most competitors, and C-Questra’s unique set of carbon storage expertise, addresses a key barrier to widespread DACS adoption. This is incredibly exciting given global decarbonisation needs.”
"As one of the few CO2 storage companies operating independently from the fossil fuel industry, C-Questra offers the paramount safety, permanence and sustainability needed to rapidly advance CCS projects in Europe," said Walid Sinno, Founder and CEO of C-Questra. "Our partnership with RepAir allows us to demonstrate Europe’s ability to mature onshore direct air capture and storage projects. This is important to balance the momentum created by the US Inflation Act and resurface Europe as a leader in the CDR space.”
The project aligns with France’s recently published CCS strategy, which outlines ambitious goals for the amount of CO2 that needs to be captured and stored in France by 2030. It is well-positioned to capitalise on European funding opportunities, including the Innovation Fund, where no Direct Air Capture project has yet been funded.
RepAir Carbon has quickly established itself as a pioneer in the DAC space. This partnership follows another landmark DAC project in Greece which is also aiming to reach megaton levels. RepAir is also focused on capturing CO2 from diluted point sources, such as aluminum smelting processes. This versatility positions the company to address both critically needed carbon dioxide reduction and removal efforts.
About RepAir Carbon
RepAir is leading the transition to a carbon-negative future with a highly efficient, economically viable and ultra-modular solution for large-scale carbon dioxide removal. The company’s electrochemical cell technology uses 70% less energy than conventional methods, operates without liquids or solvents, and produces no hazardous materials or waste.
About C-Questra
C-Questra is a leading independent European startup and CCUS operator specialising in the CO2 storage value chain empowering sustainable industrial efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Partnership between two pioneering carbon tech startups on French soil gives new hope for Europe’s competitiveness in decarbonisation race.
Sunny Isles Beach, FL & Amsterdam, NL - August 19, 2024 - RepAir Carbon US Inc., developer of a uniquely energy-efficient Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, and C-Questra, an independent European carbon storage startup, today announced a strategic partnership to develop the European Union's first onshore Direct Air Capture and Storage (DACS) project in France.
This project is promising for a number of reasons: it is the first onshore Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) project of its kind in the EU which eliminates the need for expensive midstream and offshore infrastructure. It also uses a heat-free, ultra-modular electrochemical technology - provided by RepAir - which reduces energy consumption by 70% compared to conventional DAC solutions by relying solely on electricity.
Conventional DAC solutions face criticism for their high energy consumption, resulting in prohibitive cost at scale. Additionally, these systems rely on solvents and sorbents that require regular replacement and introduce potential health and safety risks. In contrast, RepAir's approach is a groundbreaking innovation that requires only electricity. This technology provides an efficient, cost-effective, safe, and scalable solution for atmospheric CO2 removal.
This new partnership creates the first DACS value chain on French soil that enables co-location of capture and storage facilities reducing midstream infrastructure needs. The project is in Grandpuits, near Paris, where C-Questra has applied for a permit to develop an onshore CO2 storage site. By 2030, the goal is to remove 100,000 tons of CO2 per year from the atmosphere, scaling up megatons by 2035. This large-scale carbon removal is considered essential by experts to significantly reduce atmospheric CO2 levels.
The collaboration also includes a commitment to explore local manufacturing opportunities in the Île-de-France region, thus creating new green jobs, and developing similar DACS projects in other EU countries.
"This is setting a new standard for efficient, scalable carbon removal in Europe," said Jean-Philippe Hiegel, Head of Strategy and Growth at RepAir Carbon. "The combination of our technology, which uses just 0.6 MWh per ton of CO2 captured - compared to 2.5 MWh for most competitors, and C-Questra’s unique set of carbon storage expertise, addresses a key barrier to widespread DACS adoption. This is incredibly exciting given global decarbonisation needs.”
"As one of the few CO2 storage companies operating independently from the fossil fuel industry, C-Questra offers the paramount safety, permanence and sustainability needed to rapidly advance CCS projects in Europe," said Walid Sinno, Founder and CEO of C-Questra. "Our partnership with RepAir allows us to demonstrate Europe’s ability to mature onshore direct air capture and storage projects. This is important to balance the momentum created by the US Inflation Act and resurface Europe as a leader in the CDR space.”
The project aligns with France’s recently published CCS strategy, which outlines ambitious goals for the amount of CO2 that needs to be captured and stored in France by 2030. It is well-positioned to capitalise on European funding opportunities, including the Innovation Fund, where no Direct Air Capture project has yet been funded.
RepAir Carbon has quickly established itself as a pioneer in the DAC space. This partnership follows another landmark DAC project in Greece which is also aiming to reach megaton levels. RepAir is also focused on capturing CO2 from diluted point sources, such as aluminum smelting processes. This versatility positions the company to address both critically needed carbon dioxide reduction and removal efforts.
About RepAir Carbon
RepAir is leading the transition to a carbon-negative future with a highly efficient, economically viable and ultra-modular solution for large-scale carbon dioxide removal. The company’s electrochemical cell technology uses 70% less energy than conventional methods, operates without liquids or solvents, and produces no hazardous materials or waste.
About C-Questra
C-Questra is a leading independent European startup and CCUS operator specialising in the CO2 storage value chain empowering sustainable industrial efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
C-Questra signs a new partnership in Poland
Amsterdam | July 22nd, 2024
C-Questra and the Central Mining Institute-National Research Institute in Poland (GIG-PIB), have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS) projects in Poland.
C-Questra is a European carbon transportation and storage operator founded in 2023 who has submitted its first CCUS permit application in France to further appraise an already assessed onshore CO2 injection site located in the Paris Basin area.
GIG-PIB is a recognised national research institute with 12 scientific research departments and 416 employees who intends to provide expertise and technological support to C-Questra to accelerate the development of certain carbon storage projects in Poland.
Fernanda Veloso, Technical Director at C-Questra, said: "The purpose of the MoU is to maximise our chances, with the help of a prestigious partner, to deliver a first operational CCUS project in Poland who recently introduced legislative amendments aiming at lifting bureaucratic hurdles in order to accelerate the adoption of crucial CCUS technology on large industrial scale. “
Cquestra (www.cquestra.com) is a leading independent European startup and CCUS operator specializing in the CO2 storage value chain empowering sustainable industrial efforts to reduce green house gas emissions.**
C-Questra and the Central Mining Institute-National Research Institute in Poland (GIG-PIB), have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS) projects in Poland.
C-Questra is a European carbon transportation and storage operator founded in 2023 who has submitted its first CCUS permit application in France to further appraise an already assessed onshore CO2 injection site located in the Paris Basin area.
GIG-PIB is a recognised national research institute with 12 scientific research departments and 416 employees who intends to provide expertise and technological support to C-Questra to accelerate the development of certain carbon storage projects in Poland.
Fernanda Veloso, Technical Director at C-Questra, said: "The purpose of the MoU is to maximise our chances, with the help of a prestigious partner, to deliver a first operational CCUS project in Poland who recently introduced legislative amendments aiming at lifting bureaucratic hurdles in order to accelerate the adoption of crucial CCUS technology on large industrial scale. “
Cquestra (www.cquestra.com) is a leading independent European startup and CCUS operator specializing in the CO2 storage value chain empowering sustainable industrial efforts to reduce green house gas emissions.**
CGG and C-Questra Sign CCUS Cooperation Agreement
Paris, France | Jan 9, 2024
CGG, a global technology and HPC leader, and C-Questra, an independent European operator specializing in the CO2 storage value chain, have signed a commercial cooperation agreement in carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS).
CGG has more than 15 years of experience supporting a number of high-profile CCUS projects worldwide. It offers unique industrial know-how and technological resources throughout the CCUS lifecycle: from the transformation of legacy datasets and the initial screening of potential storage sites to the planning for and then monitoring of CO2 injection operations.
C-Questra is a European technology company founded in 2023, specialising in the field of CCUS from emission sources to sequestration sites, whose founders and technical team have recognised experience in CO2 sequestration.
CGG intends to provide expertise and technological support to C-Questra to accelerate the development of certain carbon storage projects.
Walid Sinno, CEO, C-Questra, said: "The purpose of the cooperation agreement is quite simply to go much faster. CGG contributes human and technological resources, while C-Questra implements the projects, particularly in France, by leveraging the combined expertise and experience of our technical teams that span almost 100 years."
Sophie Zurquiyah, CEO, CGG, said: "Carbon storage is one of the key processes in the energy transition and CGG is continuing to diversify in this area where we bring real know-how and cutting-edge technologies. After concluding several projects and agreements in 2023, CGG is looking to accelerate the deployment of its offerings in 2024."
CGG, a global technology and HPC leader, and C-Questra, an independent European operator specializing in the CO2 storage value chain, have signed a commercial cooperation agreement in carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS).
CGG has more than 15 years of experience supporting a number of high-profile CCUS projects worldwide. It offers unique industrial know-how and technological resources throughout the CCUS lifecycle: from the transformation of legacy datasets and the initial screening of potential storage sites to the planning for and then monitoring of CO2 injection operations.
C-Questra is a European technology company founded in 2023, specialising in the field of CCUS from emission sources to sequestration sites, whose founders and technical team have recognised experience in CO2 sequestration.
CGG intends to provide expertise and technological support to C-Questra to accelerate the development of certain carbon storage projects.
Walid Sinno, CEO, C-Questra, said: "The purpose of the cooperation agreement is quite simply to go much faster. CGG contributes human and technological resources, while C-Questra implements the projects, particularly in France, by leveraging the combined expertise and experience of our technical teams that span almost 100 years."
Sophie Zurquiyah, CEO, CGG, said: "Carbon storage is one of the key processes in the energy transition and CGG is continuing to diversify in this area where we bring real know-how and cutting-edge technologies. After concluding several projects and agreements in 2023, CGG is looking to accelerate the deployment of its offerings in 2024."