On Wednesday, June 18, the Dutch Queen Máxima officially opened the Twence CO₂ capture plant. This facility extracts 100,000 tons of CO₂ annually from flue gases and converts it into reusable raw materials.
With the push of a button, CO₂ was symbolically captured from the chimney. A model demonstrated the process: one of the cylinders filled with air bubbles, symbolizing the gaseous CO₂. This act served as the starting signal for cleaner air and the reuse of raw materials.
After the opening ceremony, Queen Máxima was given a tour of the facility. Employees explained the process, detailing how CO₂ is captured, liquefied, loaded, and utilized. She also engaged in discussions with employees and partners about various topics, including the cross-border cooperation with Münster, the development of the heating network in urban areas, innovative applications of CO₂, talent development, and the social impact of Twence.
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Sustainable energy from waste
Twence produces energy from non-reusable waste, a process that releases CO₂, a greenhouse gas contributing to climate change. The CO₂ capture installation directly supports the goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050.
Closing the loop
The captured CO₂ is converted into liquid form and supplied to greenhouse horticulture, where it aids in crop growth. This process allows Twence to contribute to sustainability in the supply chain and promote closed-loop systems.
Marc Kapteijn, the general manager of Twence, stated, "We feel a responsibility not just to process waste, but to do so in the most sustainable way possible. This installation marks a significant advancement in our Euregional sustainability ambitions. Having Queen Máxima open the facility is the crowning achievement of our efforts."
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