A numerical simulation study of CO2 capture process for an electric central

Abstract Amine absorption technology, in particular that based on the Monoethanolamine (MEA) process, is considered to be viable for low pressure flue gas CO 2 capture because of the MEA- CO 2 fast reaction rate. MEA absorption processes are associated with high capital and operating cost because a significant amount of energy is required for solvent regeneration and severe operating problems are present such as corrosion and solvent loss and degradation. The overall objective of this study is to evaluate the feasibility of obtaining the heat required for amine absorption for a particular recovery of carbon dioxide. Comparisons among cases were performed to determine the best operating conditions for CO 2 capture. An analysis of the lean load and recovery percentage were carried out as well as the different absorber and stripper combinations by using the chemical process simulator and focus a Central Electric in Mexico.