CARBON
CAPTURE IN
LATVIA

Broceni Carbon Capture way in SCHWENK cement plant in Broceni, Latvia, started in 2019 with setting a clear goal to decarbonize cement production by 2032. With targeted action plan ever since, in 2025 we have reached significant milestone – first carbon capture testing facility with capacity of capturing up to 2 tons of CO₂ daily. We are exploring different technological options within the industry and beyond to identify the most efficient solution for a permanent carbon capture facility considering the plant’s specifics. After further research and analysis, the final investment decision is planned to be made in 2028 with full scale carbon capture from 2032.

2019

The goal

SCHWENK Group defines carbon capture as one of the three strategic goals towards decarbonization of cement production

2020 – 2021

Action plan kick off

Action plan kick-off – analysis of market and geologic storage potential, seeking partnerships and discussions about possible developments of carbon capture

2022

Partnerships

Engagement in the first partnership for further value chain development – CCS Baltic Consortium

Completion of EU Horizon 2020 carbon capture testing and development project GENESIS in Broceni cement plant

2023 – 2024

Studies and research

CCS Baltic Consortium receives a PCI (Project of Common Interest) status from European Commission Carbon capture feasibility study and start of pre-FEED studies in Broceni cement plant

2025 – 2027

Onsite tests

2025
Opening of the carbon capture technology test
Completion of pre-FEEDs: Broceni CC and CO₂ transport
Entering partnership for Bifrost CCS project
Submission of EU Innovation Fund application
Pre-FEED studies in Klaipeda LCO₂ terminal

2026