We value good relationships with all our stakeholders. We believe it is important to engage in dialogue with our environment and to inform all stakeholders in a timely manner about relevant matters. Naturally, we are also happy to discuss any questions or concerns you may have.
For more information about participation and the permit process, please look here.
If you are interested in the options for supplying CO2, please look here.
Do you have a question?
Please send a message to info@CO2next.nl. We will then contact you as soon as possible.
We want to build a terminal with as little impact as possible on nature and the environment. An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) has been drawn up which indicates the expected impact and what measures we must take to limit these consequences. Some of the measures are that the ships that bring CO2 sail electrically as much as possible and use shore power at the jetty. To limit noise (above and below water), we use the quietest possible working methods during construction (especially for piling work on scaffolding) and we ensure that installations that produce the most noise are installed indoors. A summary of the EIR (in Dutch) can be found via this link.
Safety is paramount in every aspect of the project. Before construction can begin, all components of the plan will be reviewed by authorities responsible for granting permits. All parts of the terminal are designed in such a way that the highest safety standards are achieved. Once the terminal is operational, management systems will ensure that unwanted situations are prevented. While we adhere to strict safety standards during both construction and operation, it is important to note that CO2 itself is not a hazardous substance.
CO2 is inherently low-risk and naturally present in the air. It is non-flammable, does not easily react with other substances, and is even used as a fire suppressant.
CO2 poses a risk only in very high concentrations to humans and animals. In extremely rare scenarios where large amounts might be released, there could be a risk to the immediate vicinity, such as personnel present at the terminal. However, through the use of carefully selected materials, construction methods, and safety systems, the likelihood of a significant leak is minimal.
CO2 detectors will be installed at multiple locations throughout the terminal. In the unlikely event of a CO2 release, clear protocols will be in place to manage the situation. To ensure effective responses these will be coordinated with the Safety Region and emergency services.
While CCS is new to the Netherlands, it has been successfully implemented elsewhere in the world for over 20 years. In Norway, the Sleipner and Snøhvit projects have stored more than 20 million tons of CO2 beneath the North Sea seabed. Similar projects, such as Quest in Canada and Illinois Industrial in the United States, have been storing CO2 for years. Globally, around 20 facilities are currently operational.
The development of CO2next takes place in a public-private partnership between Gasunie, Vopak, TotalEnergies and Shell. The partners are working together to ensure the safe storage and handling of CO2 with their extensive technical expertise, experience and knowledge.
Vopak offers crucial infrastructure for indispensable energy sources and raw materials through storage and transshipment. Gasunie provides safe, reliable and sustainable infrastructure for large-scale transport and storage of gases. Shell and TotalEnergies are global leaders in carbon capture and storage. They are also partners in the Northern Lights project, which built the first facility for the import of liquid CO2 in Europe.
If everything goes as planned, the terminal will be ready to start up by 2029. In 2025 we will finalize the technical design, expect to obtain the necessary permits and aim to sign the first contracts with our customers. We are targeting a final investment decision in 2025.
The terminal is planned for the 2nd Maasvlakte in Rotterdam, Netherlands, along the Yangtze Canal. This strategic location offers excellent accessibility by ship, both by river and by sea, and is in close proximity to sea pipelines leading to the depleted gas fields. In the future it will probably also be possible to reach the terminal by train.