October 2023 – Waste Carbon Recycled

Syngas Project’s TITAN: A Catalyst for Renewable Energy and Circular Economy Transformation

Warsaw 12 October 2023

In the heart of Poland, the Syngas Project, a subsidiary of London-based SOLIDEA Group Ltd, stands as a pioneering force in sustainable energy with its groundbreaking TITAN project. This short article delves into the evolution and impact of the Syngas Project, highlighting the transformative journey from the PowerCan project to the development of TITAN.

The PowerCan Project and TITAN’s Genesis:

The roots of the Syngas Project trace back to the PowerCan project at RUMIA shipyards in Gdynia in 2017, Poland. From these beginnings, the team embarked on the ambitious mission to create TITAN, initially conceived as a “Cookie Cutter” 20MW midsized, distributed, utility-scale modular Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plant with two production islands. Notably, in 2019, Island Two underwent a remarkable transformation into a Microbial Fermentation Unit, showcasing the project’s adaptability and commitment to cutting-edge technologies.

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Renewable Electricity and Biofuel Production:

Island One of TITAN continues to serve as a CHP plant, providing renewable electricity on demand. This sustainable power is not only utilised to fuel TITAN’s operations but also exported, contributing to the broader energy landscape. TITAN’s capability to produce spare renewable electricity on Island One mitigates feedstock risk through “reach and cache” policies implemented to capitalise on severe weather and seemingly more common 100-year adverse climate events which could risk the short-term availability of feedstock in future.

Simultaneously, Island Two boasts the daily production of 60,000 litres of 2G EtOH (Ethanol) through microbial fermentation and adding a significant renewable fuel source to the market. Syngas Project’s strategy is to build 12 TITAN in Poland, enough 2G EtOH (Ethanol) to supply Syngas Project’s own SAF Refinery. A local SAF refinery in Poland would establish Polish Airports as the most desirable hubs in Europe for local and intercontinental carriers feeding passengers in and out of Europe and from Europe’s dead centre, SAF being the main catalyst for success.

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How Dark Hydrogen became the New Green

The “new green hydrogen” is “dark bio-hydrogen”, so called after the dark fermentation bio-manufacturing process which creates it green because its manufacture and existence are entirely organic, renewable and waterless.

We choose to go to the moon JFK 1962 Moonshot Speech — 60 years on from JFK moonshot speech

One small step ahead of carbon capture and storage CCS replacing it instead with capture and transformation CCT, thus taking the capture and recycling of waste carbon to the next level is a giant leap for mankind. 60 years on from JFK’s moonshot speech and on its anniversary Joe Biden announced the cure for cancer is the new moonshot and its through bio-technology transformation that will get us there.

TITAN and ASMARA incorporate two technologies on one platform, waste to hydrogen producer gas + microbial fermentation to manufacture fuel, chemical and material products. CCT is a well-proven process for recycling both the carbon at the smoke stack, in the waste we produce and in the waste we throw away as it is for the carbon we have already produced. We are presented with a truly value-added proposition because recycling the carbon we already have obviates the need to dig up more carbon. Through converting solid waste into producer’s gas and CCT emission technology to recycle carbon in the producer’s gas through, microbial fermentation, we can reproduce all of the products we currently manufacture from oil and gas, where the likes of transport fuels, plastics and fertilisers are produced with far less environmental impact. In manufacturing, this great array of products as an added bonus, large quantities of waterless green hydrogen is recovered as a byproduct.

Dark bio-hydrogen presents a disruptive edge to the idea of hydrogen as an energy carrier because it does not burden our ever-depleting water supply, instead, hydrogen is recovered from changing the state of organic feedstock through a proprietary, bio-manufacturing process where carbon-rich waste biomass or bio-waste is transformed from solid state to a gaseous state and as a feedstock for fermentation.

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Syngas Projects TITAN and ASMARA: “Primed for Carbon Capture Integration”

Warsaw 6 October 2023

In the dynamic landscape of waste transformation, TITAN and ASMARA emerge as adaptive forward-compatible platforms proficient in converting solid waste into producers’ gas, and from hydrogen producers’ gas via microbial fermentation into new and better fuels, chemicals and materials. In a realm where innovation meets sustainability, these platforms unfold a compelling narrative ideal springboards within the realm of Carbon Circular Recycling (CCR).

Future-Proofing for CO2 Integration and Direct Air Capture: A Forward-Thinking Move?

Syngas Project strategically future-proofed TITAN and ASMARA to not only accommodate the intake of third-party CO2 waste from carbon capture devices but also kick-start direct air capture initiatives for CCR. Designed as forward-looking models, these platforms seamlessly integrate with the needs of future carbon capture entrepreneurs, ensuring adaptability for evolving technologies.

“The value proposition for the Direct Air Capture Project is, assured low-cost renewable electricity on demand in addition to an assured long-term off-taker agreement for Co2. For Syngas Projects platforms it’s a valuable and reliable source of CO2 for conversion into new fuels, chemicals and materials.”

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“ASMARA: Catalyst for Sustainable Transformation in Waste Management and Renewable Energy Integration”

Warsaw 3 October 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable energy and waste management, the Syngas Project’s ASMARA takes centre stage, embodying the Arabic word meaning “to unite.” This essay delves into the essence of ASMARA, its evolution as a successor to the pioneering TITAN, and its transformative role in shaping the future of waste management practices in Poland. As ASMARA steps into the limelight, it symbolizes a holistic approach, uniting innovation, sustainability, and progress.

ASMARA: Sequel to TITAN’s Success:

Derived from the Arabic word meaning “to unite,” ASMARA is the Syngas Project’s next ambitious endeavor following the resounding success of TITAN. As TITAN sets the stage for cutting-edge waste-to-energy solutions, ASMARA follows suit, featuring twelve gasification lines that mirror the proven cookie-cutter approach of its predecessor. In its essence, ASMARA embodies unity—of waste transformation, sustainable practices, and a brighter future for Poland.

Dual Islands of Efficiency:

Building on the success of TITAN, ASMARA introduces dual islands dedicated to distinct functions. Island One houses hydrogen producer gas lines, efficiently converting waste into a hydrogen-rich producer gas that serves as the primary energy source for the entire operation. Meanwhile, on Island Two, the hydrogen producer gas undergoes microbial fermentation, resulting in the production of fuels, chemicals, and materials. This harmonious integration ensures maximum resource utilization, fostering a comprehensive circular economy.

Waste Intake and Sorting Excellence:

ASMARA stands ready to process around 500 tons of diverse waste, including plastics, paper, cardboard, textiles, bone, leather, and wood. The sorting station within ASMARA, a pinnacle of automation, employs magnets for metal separation and gravity for mineral sorting. This fully automated process not only ensures precision but also enhances overall efficiency, making ASMARA a symbol of cutting-edge waste utilization.

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