CSIRO & LAKESIDE ENVIRONMENTAL CO2-OPERATION

Lakeside Cooling Towers and Carbon Capture: Transforming Emissions into
Environmental Solutions
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Lakeside Cooling Towers, a leading provider of cooling towers, has become a
crucial player in the environmental protection landscape by offering innovative
solutions that go beyond traditional cooling functions. In particular, Lakeside
has successfully integrated cooling towers as efficient gas scrubbers,
addressing environmental concerns and complying with Occupational and
Health Standards.

Over the last decade, Lakeside has ventured into the critical task of carbon
dioxide (CO2) absorption, directly engaging with various emission sources.
The company has been involved with a range of cutting-edge technologies
such as adsorption, chemical looping, membrane gas separation, and gas
hydration to capture CO2. This initiative aligns with global efforts to reduce
carbon emissions and combat climate change. As of 2022, carbon capture
(CC) projects, including those facilitated by Lakeside, have contributed to
capturing approximately one-thousandth of global CO2 emissions. However,
achieving the desired 90% capture efficiency has proven challenging for some
ongoing projects.

In the realm of chemistry, absorption is a fundamental process where atoms,
molecules, or ions integrate into a bulk phase, either liquid or solid. Unlike
adsorption, which occurs at the surface, absorption involves the entry of
substances into the volume of a material.

A more encompassing term, sorption, encapsulates absorption, adsorption,
and ion exchange. Absorption, in this context, represents the process by
which a substance captures and transforms energy, distributing it throughout
the material. This stands in contrast to adsorption, where atoms, ions, or
molecules adhere to a surface, creating a film of the adsorbate on the
adsorbent’s surface. The distinction lies in the fact that adsorption is a surface
phenomenon, and the adsorbate does not penetrate the bulk of the
adsorbent.

These processes are design considerations that Lakeside addresses in its
production. Lakeside’s cooling towers leverage the natural process of utilizing
water and air/gas for environmental protection. Originally designed for coal-
burning power stations, Lakeside’s cooling tower applications have expanded
to meet the diverse demands of various industries.

The synergy between the cooling towers and carbon capture technologies
underscores Lakeside’s commitment to providing sustainable solutions that
safeguard both environmental and human health. As the world strives to address
climate challenges, Lakeside Cooling Towers stand at the forefront, offering a
convergence of cooling technology and environmental stewardship.

Laboratory absorber. 1a): CO2 inlet  1b): H2O inlet 2): outlet  3): absorption column  4): packing.

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Lakeside Cooling Towers: Advancing Environmental Stewardship Through
Innovative Solutions. At Lakeside Cooling Towers, we take pride in our commitment
to environmental sustainability. Our contribution to the global effort in combating
climate change is embodied in our specially designed cooling towers, serving as
dedicated scrubbers for the removal of carbon dioxide (CO2) from industrial processes.



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