This report summarizes the results of a study conducted by the Global Carbon Capture and Storage Institute (GCCSI) on the impact of monoethanolamine (MEA) on air quality in Loy Yang Power Station in Victoria, Australia. The study measured the actual emissions from the capture process and provided a case study of air quality in the Loy Lang PCC plant in Victoria. The results showed that the MEA-based PCC technology reduced emissions of pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and sulfur dioxide (SO2) commonly found in the atmosphere. In addition to ammonia, aldehydes, and amides, other components such as methanol and MEA may be released during the capture process. The study aimed to resolve the uncertainty in the types and quantities of pollutants emitted during the operation of the PCC plant and to determine the acceptable level of these pollutants. This information will enable relevant industries and regulatory authorities to develop health and safety guidelines for PCC plants. The study was conducted at the Loy Yang Power Station in Victoria, Australia, and the CSIRO's PCC pilot plant in New South Wales, Australia.
