Wedoany.com Report-May 11, BASF SE, headquartered in Ludwigshafen, Germany, has partnered with Carbon Cap Applications Technology Co. (CCAT) to supply its OASE blue gas treatment technology for a carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiative at the Taichung Power Plant Carbon Reduction Technology Park, managed by Taiwan Power Company (Taipower), Taiwan’s leading electricity provider. The agreement, signed in 2025, supports sustainable energy goals.

BASF’s carbon capture technology OASE® blue has been selected by CCAT for the CCS project at Taipower’s Taichung power plant (Taiwan).

The project, which began at the end of 2023, aims to capture 2,000 tons of CO2 annually, as outlined by Taipower’s specifications. It integrates CCAT’s engineering expertise with BASF’s OASE blue technology. Captured CO2 is currently stored at the Taichung Power Plant, with plans to explore offshore sequestration in Taiwan for future phases. If successful, Taipower will evaluate building a demonstration plant to capture one million tons of CO2 per year for commercial use.

OASE blue is designed for capturing CO2 from sources like fossil fuel plants, waste incinerators, cement production, and maritime operations. It achieves capture rates of 90% or higher, with low energy and amine use, making it cost-effective. The technology is scalable, modular, and capable of producing high-purity CO2 suitable for food-grade applications. Recent implementations include projects with Exterra Carbon Solutions in Canada and Forestal in Spain.

“In the context of the current environmental and energy transition, CCAT deeply understands the importance of promoting sustainable development and reducing carbon emissions,” said Daniel Yao, Managing Director, CCAT. “We are honored to undertake Taiwan’s first carbon capture commercial demonstration project and collaborate with BASF, utilizing its advanced OASE® blue technology. This partnership aims to enhance the technical level and outcomes of environmental protection projects.”

“This project will serve as another exciting reference plant for us, showcasing how BASF’s OASE® blue carbon capture technology enables our customers, such as Taipower, to achieve their CCS targets, which will in turn accelerate the transition to a more sustainable energy industry,” said Lawrence Loe, Director, OASE Gas Treating Excellence, Intermediates Asia Pacific, BASF.

Located at Taipower’s Taichung Power Plant, the Carbon Reduction Technology Park supports the shift from coal to gas-fired units while incorporating CCS to reduce emissions. This collaboration between BASF, CCAT, and Taipower advances cleaner energy production, fostering innovation in carbon management and environmental stewardship.