Power of Collaboration
At the National Carbon Capture Center, we believe in the power of collaboration to drive innovation in carbon dioxide (CO²) management. Our specialized research engineers and project managers work directly with third-party technology developers to test a wide range of CO² management processes. In partnership with industry-leading sponsors, program developers and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), we conduct cutting-edge research and development to accelerate the commercialization of advanced technologies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Since our establishment in 2009, the National Carbon Capture Center has been the DOE’s primary research facility for advancing cost-effective CO² management technologies. We have hosted over 50 technology developers from around the world and tested more than 80 emerging technologies. This impressive track record underscores our commitment to delivering impactful results and our potential for future breakthroughs in carbon management.
Making a Lasting Impact
Managed and operated by Southern Company, the National Carbon Capture Center has collaborated with over 60 government, university and research organizations from seven countries. These collaborations have enabled us to achieve more than 150,000 hours of technology testing for carbon capture innovators. Our efforts have led to significant scale-ups, process enhancements and technological breakthroughs. Based on pilot testing with real-world data, we have already reduced the projected cost of carbon capture from fossil-based power generation by more than 40%.
A Historic Journey of Innovation
Located in Wilsonville, Alabama, the National Carbon Capture Center is built on the original site of the former Power Systems Development Facility, established by DOE in 1995. Today the NCCC focuses entirely on post-combustion carbon capture for point sources such as fossil-based power plants and various industrial processes, as well as carbon conversion and carbon removal technologies like direct air capture. Recognized globally, the center continues to be a cornerstone of U.S. innovation in developing cost-effective, technically viable carbon management technologies.
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