Also known as Pre-FEED, this phase involves engineering, cost estimation, and risk analysis to evaluate the project’s commercial viability.
The carbon capture project targets biogenic CO2 emissions from Mercer’s Peace River pulp mill, where the biomass (fibre) is sourced from sustainably managed forests. Advancing to the Pre-FEED stage will support further development of the integrated design, cost estimates, and risk assessments – key steps toward a final investment decision and potential implementation.
Matt Stevenson, chief revenue officer at Svante, said the advancement to Pre-FEED demonstrates the company’s momentum in the pulp and paper sector.
“We are thrilled to advance this project with Mercer at their Peace River mill to the pre-FEED stage,” said Stevenson. “This will demonstrate the viability of our technology for the pulp and paper industry in Western Canada, enabling carbon removal at scale by working in tandem with nature and highlighting our commitment to providing sustainable solutions for an industrial future.”
At the core of Svante’s solution is its structured sorbent filter system, which uses solid materials coated with metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) – nanomaterials specifically designed to selectively capture CO₂ molecules. These filters offer reduced energy requirements and broader industrial applicability.
Utilizing a novel carbon capture technology for commercial deployment, Svante’s second-generation capture technology maximizes low-grade waste heat from pulp mills, reducing energy consumption and increasing cost-effectiveness.
Bill Adams, chief sustainability officer at Mercer, said: “The collaboration with Svante reflects Mercer’s drive to pursue climate innovation opportunities that align with our business goals. Examining carbon capture in a commercial mill setting gives us a valuable opportunity to assess its long-term potential – both for our own operations and for advancing decarbonization pathways across the industry.”
