Technip Energies, Turner Industries awarded EPC contract for ExxonMobil’s CCUS Project at Nucor facility
Technip Energies, in a consortium with Turner Industries, has secured a significant Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract from ExxonMobil Low Carbon Solutions Onshore Storage LLC. This pivotal agreement encompasses the development of a Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) system for Nucor Corporation’s manufacturing plant in Convent, Louisiana. This innovative system aims to capture and store up to 800,000 metric tons of CO2 annually, substantially reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
The CCUS System: Pioneering Sustainable Steel Production
The focus of this contract is the installation of a state-of-the-art CCUS system at the Nucor facility, North America’s leading steel producer and recycler. The Nucor site is noted for producing direct reduced iron (DRI), which when combined with recycled scrap, helps manufacture high-grade steel products utilized in various industries including automotive, home appliances, and more. The introduction of the CCUS system is set to enable the production of DRI with up to 80% lower greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional methods, aligning with broader environmental goals.
Technip Energies and Turner Industries are pioneering carbon capture technology in partnership with ExxonMobil to reduce emissions at Nucor’s steel plant.
Strategic Collaboration and Expertise
ExxonMobil has entrusted Technip Energies with the project’s engineering and procurement aspects, while Turner Industries will oversee the construction phase. This division of roles leverages each company’s strengths and ensures a streamlined execution of the project. Previously, Technip Energies was involved in the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) for this project, working closely with Turner Industries to refine the EPC execution strategy.
Christophe Malaurie, Senior Vice President of Decarbonization Solutions at Technip Energies, emphasized the significance of this project, stating, “This award is a testament to our leading expertise in delivering efficient CCUS solutions. By supporting ExxonMobil’s planned emissions reduction project at the Nucor direct reduced iron plant, we, together with our partner Turner Industries, are directly contributing to emissions reductions in hard-to-abate industries.”
Mark Brittain, President of Construction for Turner Industries, highlighted the importance of this collaboration, noting, “Building on our history of successful collaborations with ExxonMobil, Turner Industries is honored to contribute to this significant carbon capture and storage project. This aligns with our commitment to delivering innovative solutions in the carbon capture and storage space and advancing sustainable industrial processes. We are excited to partner with Technip Energies and ExxonMobil on this critical project, leveraging our construction expertise to support Nucor Corporation’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.”
The strategic partnership between Technip Energies, Turner Industries, and ExxonMobil reflects a significant advancement in the integration of carbon capture technologies within the steel manufacturing industry. This project not only supports Nucor’s environmental objectives but also sets a new standard for sustainability in steel production, potentially serving as a model for other industries aiming to reduce their carbon footprint.