Industrial Carbon Capture and Chemical Conversion Technologies Training Course

Course Introduction

The increasing demand for climate action, industrial decarbonization, and sustainable energy solutions has accelerated the development of carbon capture and chemical conversion technologies across global industries. The Industrial Carbon Capture and Chemical Conversion Technologies Training Course provides participants with comprehensive knowledge of carbon capture principles, CO? separation technologies, carbon utilization pathways, conversion processes, and sustainable engineering strategies. The course equips professionals with practical skills required to reduce industrial emissions, improve environmental performance, and support the transition toward low-carbon industrial operations.

This intensive training program explores the complete carbon management value chain, including carbon capture from industrial sources, pre-combustion and post-combustion capture methods, oxy-fuel combustion technologies, solvent-based absorption, adsorption systems, membrane separation, cryogenic separation, carbon transport, storage concepts, and utilization pathways. Participants will gain a strong understanding of the scientific, technical, and economic factors influencing carbon capture system performance and large-scale implementation in industrial environments.

Participants will develop practical expertise in carbon dioxide capture process design, solvent selection, regeneration optimization, separation efficiency improvement, energy integration, process simulation, and system evaluation. The course demonstrates how carbon capture technologies can be integrated into power generation, chemical production, cement manufacturing, refining, steel production, and other emission-intensive industries. Industrial case studies provide practical insights into overcoming challenges related to energy consumption, operating costs, equipment design, and process reliability.

The program also addresses emerging innovations transforming carbon management, including direct air capture, carbon mineralization, electrochemical CO? conversion, biological carbon utilization, artificial intelligence-based optimization, digital twins, advanced catalysts, renewable energy integration, and carbon-neutral manufacturing approaches. Participants will understand how technological innovation, process engineering, and digital solutions are accelerating the development of efficient and economically viable carbon capture and conversion systems.

Through practical workshops, engineering calculations, technology evaluations, process analysis exercises, and industrial examples, participants will develop the ability to assess carbon capture opportunities, select suitable technologies, optimize operating conditions, evaluate conversion pathways, and design effective decarbonization strategies. The course emphasizes practical engineering solutions that help industries reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve sustainability performance, and meet evolving environmental targets.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will possess advanced technical knowledge and practical competencies required to implement carbon capture and chemical conversion solutions. They will be prepared to support decarbonization projects, improve industrial sustainability, evaluate emerging technologies, optimize carbon management systems, and contribute to the development of cleaner, more resilient, and low-carbon industrial processes.

Duration

10 days

Who Should Attend

• Chemical Engineers

• Process Engineers

• Environmental Engineers

• Energy Engineers

• Carbon Management Specialists

• Sustainability Professionals

• Process Development Engineers

• Petroleum and Refining Engineers

• Power Plant Engineers

• Plant Managers

• Operations Engineers

• Research and Development Scientists

• Renewable Energy Professionals

• Industrial Decarbonization Specialists

• Project Engineers

• Process Design Engineers

• Environmental Compliance Professionals

• Engineering Consultants

• Technology Development Specialists

• Professionals involved in carbon reduction and sustainable industrial technologies

Course Objectives

• Develop comprehensive knowledge of industrial carbon capture principles, technologies, and engineering approaches used for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from major industrial sectors.

• Understand carbon dioxide generation sources, emission reduction strategies, and the role of carbon capture technologies in global decarbonization efforts.

• Master post-combustion, pre-combustion, and oxy-fuel carbon capture technologies used in power, chemical, and industrial applications.

• Learn advanced CO? separation methods including absorption, adsorption, membrane separation, cryogenic systems, and hybrid capture technologies.

• Develop expertise in carbon capture process design, solvent management, energy optimization, and system performance improvement techniques.

• Understand carbon utilization pathways including chemical conversion, synthetic fuels, mineralization, and value-added product development.

• Apply process engineering principles to evaluate carbon capture efficiency, energy requirements, economic feasibility, and environmental performance.

• Strengthen technical skills in carbon capture integration with existing industrial facilities while maintaining operational reliability and productivity.

• Examine emerging technologies including direct air capture, artificial intelligence optimization, digital twins, advanced catalysts, and electrochemical CO? conversion.

• Learn strategies for carbon transport, storage integration, lifecycle assessment, and sustainable carbon management planning.

• Develop knowledge of regulatory frameworks, carbon markets, sustainability reporting, and industrial decarbonization requirements.

• Build leadership capabilities required to manage carbon reduction projects that improve environmental performance, innovation, and long-term industrial sustainability.

Comprehensive Course Outline

Module 1: Fundamentals of Carbon Management and Decarbonization

• Principles of carbon dioxide emissions and industrial decarbonization challenges

• Global climate strategies supporting carbon reduction technologies

• Carbon management lifecycle from capture to utilization and storage

• Role of engineering solutions in achieving low-carbon industries

Module 2: Carbon Capture Technologies Overview

• Classification of carbon capture methods for industrial applications

• Pre-combustion, post-combustion, and oxy-fuel capture technologies

• Technical challenges affecting large-scale carbon capture deployment

• Comparison of carbon capture technologies and performance characteristics

Module 3: Post-Combustion Carbon Capture Systems

• Solvent-based absorption technologies for CO? removal processes

• Amine-based capture systems and solvent degradation management

• Process design considerations for industrial capture facilities

• Energy optimization strategies for post-combustion systems

Module 4: Pre-Combustion and Oxy-Fuel Technologies

• Pre-combustion carbon capture in hydrogen and chemical production

• Gasification-based carbon separation technologies and applications

• Oxy-fuel combustion systems for enhanced CO? concentration

• Industrial integration challenges of advanced capture processes

Module 5: Solvent-Based Carbon Capture Engineering

• Physical and chemical solvents used for carbon capture applications

• Solvent regeneration methods and energy reduction approaches

• Solvent degradation, corrosion control, and operational management

• Advanced solvent development for improved capture performance

Module 6: Adsorption and Membrane Carbon Capture

• Solid adsorbent technologies for industrial CO? separation

• Advanced membrane systems for carbon capture applications

• Nanomaterials and next-generation carbon separation technologies

• Performance evaluation of adsorption and membrane systems

Module 7: Carbon Capture Process Design and Optimization

• Engineering design principles for carbon capture facilities

• Process simulation and modeling of CO? capture systems

• Heat integration and energy efficiency improvement strategies

• Scale-up challenges in industrial carbon capture projects

Module 8: Carbon Transport and Storage Fundamentals

• Carbon dioxide transportation systems and infrastructure requirements

• Geological storage concepts and carbon storage assessment methods

• Monitoring and verification of stored carbon dioxide

• Safety considerations in carbon storage operations

Module 9: Chemical Conversion of Carbon Dioxide

• CO? conversion pathways for value-added chemical production

• Catalytic processes for carbon dioxide transformation

• Synthetic fuels and chemicals from captured carbon dioxide

• Reaction engineering challenges in carbon conversion technologies

Module 10: Electrochemical and Biological Carbon Conversion

• Electrochemical CO? reduction technologies and applications

• Biological carbon utilization using microorganisms and enzymes

• Renewable energy integration for carbon conversion processes

• Emerging approaches for carbon-neutral chemical production

Module 11: Advanced Catalysts and Materials

• Catalyst design strategies for carbon dioxide conversion processes

• Nanostructured materials improving conversion efficiency

• Advanced sorbents and materials for carbon capture systems

• Research trends in carbon capture and conversion materials

Module 12: Digital Technologies and Smart Carbon Systems

• Artificial intelligence applications in carbon capture optimization

• Digital twins supporting carbon process management

• Advanced sensors for real-time emission monitoring

• Data analytics improving carbon technology performance

Module 13: Industrial Applications of Carbon Capture

• Carbon capture implementation in power generation facilities

• Decarbonization strategies for cement and steel industries

• Carbon reduction opportunities in chemical manufacturing

• Refinery and petrochemical carbon management applications

Module 14: Sustainability and Economic Evaluation

• Cost analysis of carbon capture and conversion technologies

• Lifecycle assessment of carbon management solutions

• Carbon pricing, credits, and economic incentives

• Sustainability evaluation of low-carbon industrial systems

Module 15: Emerging Trends and Future Technologies

• Direct air capture technologies for atmospheric carbon removal

• Carbon mineralization and permanent carbon storage solutions

• Artificial intelligence-driven carbon management innovations

• Future pathways toward carbon-neutral industrial production

Module 16: Integrated Carbon Capture Project

• Development of industrial carbon capture implementation strategies

• Evaluation of carbon conversion technology alternatives

• Decarbonization project planning and engineering assessment

• Future roadmap for sustainable carbon management systems

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue 

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group (at a discount of 10% to 50%) at requested location all over the world. The Onsite course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, buffet lunch, airport transfers, Upskill gift package, and guided tour.

Visa application, travel expenses, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808

Terms of Payment:

Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better.