German shipowner NSB Group has partnered with Phlair, a direct air capture (DAC) company, to enhance its decarbonization efforts. This collaboration aims to capture CO2 from the atmosphere at Phlair’s facility, “Dawn,” and store it underground, addressing NSB’s Scope 1 and Scope 3 emissions. Other companies, like NYK and Schneider Electric, are also investing in carbon removal credits from DAC facilities, highlighting a growing trend in the shipping industry.
DAC technology extracts CO2 directly from the air, allowing for flexibility in location compared to traditional capture methods. However, it faces challenges, including energy demands and the need for extensive infrastructure. Research suggests that achieving net-zero emissions in the U.S. by 2045 could require up to 2,200 large-scale DAC plants, a significant increase from current capabilities.
Despite the potential, the World Resources Institute emphasizes that DAC technologies are still in development, with uncertain scalability. Dr. Sam Wenger of Dac Labs notes that advancements could lead to sustainable fuels from captured CO2, making the process more energy-efficient. NSB’s CEO, Tim Ponath, underscores the importance of measurable impacts in their carbon removal strategy, aiming to capture emissions in real-time to support net-zero goals.
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