Shell has said it wants to build a large-scale carbon capture and storage (CCS) project at its Scotford Complex near Edmonton, Canada, as part of a key step in providing customers with lower-carbon fuels.
Unveiling the plans for the proposed Polaris CCS project on Tuesday (13th July), the oil and gas major said the development will capture carbon dioxide (CO2) from its Scotford refinery and chemicals plant.
According to project plans, the initial phase is expected to start operations around the middle of the decade, subject to a final investment decision by Shell expected in 2023.
Commenting on the news, Susannah Pierce, Shell Canada President and Country Chair, said, “Shell is making bold moves to decarbonise our operations, and wider industry, and the Polaris CCS project is the latest example.”
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