Design and Simulation of a Novel Process for Carbon Capture and Storage

Thesis Abstract

**Abstract
** The urgent need to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions has led to a growing interest in technologies for carbon capture and storage (CCS). This thesis focuses on the design and simulation of a novel process for CCS with the aim of developing an efficient and sustainable solution for mitigating CO2 emissions from industrial sources. The proposed process integrates innovative technologies to capture CO2 from flue gases and store it permanently underground, thereby helping to reduce the impact of anthropogenic CO2 on the environment. The thesis begins with an introduction to the background of the study, highlighting the importance of CCS in the context of climate change mitigation. The problem statement identifies the challenges associated with current CCS technologies and the need for more efficient and cost-effective solutions. The objectives of the study are outlined to guide the research towards developing a novel process that overcomes the limitations of existing CCS methods. The scope of the study defines the boundaries and focus of the research, while the significance of the study emphasizes the potential impact of the proposed process on reducing CO2 emissions and addressing climate change. The literature review in Chapter Two provides a comprehensive overview of existing CCS technologies, including their principles, advantages, and limitations. The review examines recent advancements in CCS research and identifies gaps in current knowledge that the proposed process aims to address. Key considerations such as energy efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental impact are discussed to inform the design and simulation of the novel CCS process. Chapter Three details the research methodology employed in developing and evaluating the novel CCS process. The methodology includes process simulation using advanced software tools, techno-economic analysis to assess the feasibility of the process, and environmental impact assessment to evaluate the sustainability of the proposed solution. The chapter also outlines the experimental procedures and data analysis techniques used to validate the performance of the CCS process. In Chapter Four, the findings of the study are presented and discussed in detail. The results of the process simulation, techno-economic analysis, and environmental impact assessment are analyzed to assess the performance of the novel CCS process. The discussion highlights the key findings, identifies areas for improvement, and offers recommendations for further research and development of the proposed technology. Finally, Chapter Five provides a summary of the thesis, including the main conclusions drawn from the study. The implications of the research findings for the field of CCS are discussed, and recommendations for future work are presented. The conclusion emphasizes the significance of the novel CCS process in advancing carbon capture and storage technologies and its potential contribution to global efforts to combat climate change. In conclusion, the design and simulation of a novel process for carbon capture and storage presented in this thesis offer a promising solution for reducing CO2 emissions from industrial sources and mitigating the impact of climate change. The research contributes to advancing CCS technologies and provides valuable insights for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and researchers working towards a sustainable future.