(195c) Modular Pilot/Demonstration Plants: A Cornerstone for Accelerating the Global Transition to Clean Energy

In the current climate of escalating environmental concerns and an imperative to mitigate climate change, this paper underscores the pivotal role of modular pilot and demonstration scale plants as a linchpin in expediting the global transition to clean energy solutions.

Modular pilot and demonstration scale plants offer a unique and transformative approach to energy research and development. Their capacity to optimize innovation processes, reduce project timelines, and manage inherent risks makes them an indispensable asset in the clean energy landscape.

Beyond their streamlined approach to research and development, these systems enable comprehensive sustainable feedstock experimentation, tailored to the requirements of each project. Moreover, modular pilot plants play a vital role in the validation and scale-up of clean energy processes, thereby enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and accelerating the deployment of clean energy solutions.

In this paper, we will discuss real-world success stories showcasing the use of modular pilot and demonstration scale plants in biomass-to-chemicals, regenerative agriculture-to-food-and-biofuel, biomass-to-biofuel, and carbon capture systems.

By attending this presentation, you will leave with a better understanding of when you should consider incorporating a modular pilot scale plant within your overall project development process, important design and project delivery considerations, and associated commercialization benefits.