Plants for the oil fields of the future.

A suitable site needs a reliable supply of green hydrogen and biogenic CO₂, as well as the utilities, space and connections required for the respective plant class. Permitting requirements, safety distances, logistics and integration into existing infrastructure must also be considered. INERATEC assesses these conditions on a project-specific basis and adapts the plant configuration to the site.

Operation using locally generated renewable energy can, in principle, form part of a site-specific supply concept. Whether fully off-grid operation is possible and economically viable depends, among other factors, on the generation profile, storage solution, hydrogen supply and desired plant availability. Technical design is therefore always project-specific.

The timeframe depends on the plant class, site, permits, interfaces and project scope. Typical project phases include technical clarification, design, manufacturing in Karlsruhe, installation at the site and commissioning. INERATEC prepares a reliable schedule after assessing the project requirements.

The modular plant classes allow for a needs-based design. Depending on the available feedstock volumes and the desired production target, a suitable plant class can be selected or a concept comprising several modules can be developed. Selection is based, among other factors, on material flows and feedstock availability.

The certification relevant to a project depends on the feedstocks, electricity sourcing, production pathway, product and target market. In the European Union, the RFNBO requirements under RED III, certification under ISCC EU and the provisions of ReFuelEU Aviation may, among others, play a role. Eligibility for certification must be assessed for each project across the entire supply and verification chain.

The choice primarily depends on the available feedstock and the project objective. Power-to-Liquid plants use renewable hydrogen and CO₂. Gas-to-Liquid plants process suitable gaseous carbon sources into synthetic hydrocarbons. Together with the project partner, INERATEC assesses which plant route suits the available feedstocks, site and desired products.