Techno-Economic Analysis of Carbon Capture Technologies for Coal-Fired Power Plants
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Carbon Capture, CO2 emissions, Amine ScrubbingAbstract
The increasing concentration of carbon dioxide (CO₂) in the atmosphere poses a significant threat to the environment, contributing to global warming and rising sea levels through the melting of ice caps and glaciers. A major source of CO₂ emissions is the burning of fossil fuels in power plants, which release large quantities of greenhouse gases. To mitigate these effects, carbon capture technologies have emerged as a potential solution to reduce CO₂ emissions before they are released into the atmosphere. However, while effective, carbon capture comes with challenges, including high costs and high energy consumption, which can impact the feasibility of widespread implementation. This review paper evaluates various carbon capture technologies, analyzing their efficiency and cost-effectiveness in coal-fired power plants in order to determine the most viable approach for reducing CO₂ emissions.
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