DNV has certified the feasibility of ADNOC’s West Aquifer CO2 storage site in the UAE, the first site it has certified in the Middle East
It covers the initial subsurface assessments of the Simsima and UAE saline reservoirs, and signifies that the site is equipped for safe and effective CO2 storage.
The West Aquifer project is part of ADNOC’s efforts to scale up CCS deployment, which are central to its decarbonisation strategy. ADNOC is seeking to expand CCS capacity to 10 mn tonnes per annum by 2030 with the aim of reducing industrial CO2 emissions, in line with the UAE’s net zero goals.
Santiago Blanco, executive vice rresident & regional director Southern Europe, Middle East, Latin America and Africa, Energy Systems at DNV, commented, “Certifying the West Aquifer CO2 storage site is an important milestone, not just for ADNOC but for the region’s commitment to addressing climate challenges. This project serves as a tangible step toward meeting the UAE’s Net Zero goals and highlights the vital role that CCS will play in shaping a sustainable energy future.”
Hanan Balalaa, ADNOC senior vice president for New Energies, said: “The certification of ADNOC’s West Aquifer site by DNV builds on our track record of successful deployment of carbon capture across Abu Dhabi and our global leadership in this critical decarbonisation solution. We will continue to work with our partners and customers to develop and scale up this technology.”
DNV certifies ADNOC site for CO2 storage
Liv A. Hovem from DNV’s Executive Committee hands the Site Feasibility Certificate to Hanan Balalaa, ADNOC senior vice president for New Energies. (Image source: DNV)
