Amsterdam Startups to Pioneer CO2 Capture Technology in Texas
Amsterdam, Monday, 17 March 2025.
In an ambitious move to tackle climate change, Amsterdam’s Skytree and Return Carbon plan to establish the first wind-powered Direct Air Capture facilities in Texas by 2028, aiming to capture 500,000 tons of CO2 annually, marking a pioneering effort in U.S. sustainable technology advancements.
Groundbreaking Partnership
In a significant development for climate technology, Amsterdam-based companies Skytree and Return Carbon have formed a strategic partnership with EDF Renewables North America to establish innovative Direct Air Capture (DAC) facilities in Texas [1]. This collaboration, announced on March 17, 2025, represents a major advancement in the deployment of carbon capture technology in the United States [1].
Technical Innovation and Implementation
The project aims to achieve substantial environmental impact, with facilities designed to remove 500,000 tons of CO2 annually once fully operational [1]. The initiative stands out for its innovative approach to powering the DAC facilities, as it will be the first wind-powered DAC park in Texas [1]. Martijn Verwoerd, managing director of Return Carbon, has emphasized this collaboration as ‘an important step forward in the development of DAC’ technology [1].
Timeline and Future Impact
The project timeline indicates that the first installations will commence in 2028 [1]. This development comes at a crucial time when innovative climate solutions are increasingly vital [GPT]. The strategic location in Texas, combined with the use of renewable energy, positions this project as a potential model for future carbon capture initiatives [alert! ‘specific impact metrics beyond 2028 not provided in sources’].