Key Takeaways
- Green Plains Inc. has begun construction on compression infrastructure for its carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiative in Nebraska.
- The project will permanently sequester approximately 800,000 tons of biogenic CO₂ annually from facilities in Central City, Wood River, and York.
- The Trailblazer CCS project remains on track for start-up in the second half of 2025.
- Green Plains has also announced a temporary idling of its Clean Sugar Technology (CST™) facility in Shenandoah, Iowa, to refine its dextrose production process.
- The company continues to focus on low-carbon, high-value biofuels and ingredients as part of its ‘Advantage Nebraska’ strategy.
Advancing Carbon Capture in Nebraska
Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE) has begun construction of compression infrastructure to support its carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiative in Nebraska, marking another step in its transformation toward low-carbon biofuel production.
The new compression equipment will facilitate the permanent sequestration of 800,000 tons of biogenic CO₂ annually from the company’s Central City, Wood River, and York facilities. The project remains on schedule for a second-half 2025 launch.
According to Chris Osowski, Executive Vice President of Operations and Technology at Green Plains: “Breaking ground at our sites for this project is another milestone in executing our ongoing ‘Advantage Nebraska’ strategy. With construction of the laterals for the Trailblazer CCS project underway and now with compression equipment beginning to be installed, we are positioned to be an early mover in sequestering biogenic CO₂, unlocking significant value for our shareholders.”
Clean Sugar Technology Facility Temporarily Idled for Optimization
In addition to its CCS advancements, Green Plains announced a temporary idling of its Clean Sugar Technology (CST™) facility in Shenandoah, Iowa. The company aims to refine the dextrose production process while maintaining strong commercial interest in the technology.
- CST™ has demonstrated its ability to produce high-purity dextrose with a lower carbon intensity.
- The temporary pause will allow for further process optimization to enhance commercial scalability.
Osowski emphasized the company’s long-term commitment to CST™: “The innovative Clean Sugar Technology is proven, and customer interest remains strong. As we refine our commercialization strategy, we are focused on optimizing plant performance to ensure CST becomes a cornerstone of our long-term value creation strategy.”
Green Plains’ Commitment to Low-Carbon Solutions
Through initiatives like carbon capture and Clean Sugar Technology, Green Plains continues to pursue sustainable, high-value solutions for the biofuel and ingredients market.
The company’s carbon sequestration efforts and focus on low-carbon ingredients reinforce its long-term vision of enhancing profitability while reducing environmental impact.
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