Monday, December 4, 2006

Tech: Clean coal theories

Two options are being considered by Spanish Power Company Endesa for zero carbon emissions coal fired power stations.
  • CO2 can be stripped out after coal is burned by separating the exhaust gases. Burning the coal in oxygen produces exhaust gas with a high concentration of CO2, making it easier to separate.
  • If the coal is first turned into gas, the CO2 can be removed before it is burnt.
Media on Endesa plans: Link

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