Ferrybridge EfW carbon capture project public consultation expected later this year, developer exploring private wire deals

A public consultation for a carbon capture project at the Ferrybridge energy-from-waste facility is expected to take place later this year, according to the developer. The project aims to capture CO2 from the existing EfW plant, with the potential to significantly reduce emissions from the site. The developer is also exploring private wire opportunities for the Ferrybridge 1 unit, which could supply low-carbon electricity directly to nearby industrial users. The consultation will give local residents and stakeholders a chance to review the plans before a formal planning application is submitted. Carbon capture at EfW plants is seen as a key technology for the UK to meet its net zero targets, as it can remove emissions from waste that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. The project's timeline and final investment decision remain dependent on government policy support and carbon pricing. If successful, the Ferrybridge carbon capture project could become one of the first large-scale installations of its kind on a UK EfW site. The private wire discussions suggest the developer is looking at multiple revenue streams beyond the carbon market, including direct power sales to industrial customers.