The application of membrane technology to post-combustion separation of carbon dioxide from coal-fired power plant flue gas

摘要

The convenience and cost of coal power Coal-fired power plants are extremely useful sources of electricity. Coal is an abundant and cheap source of energy for electricity generation. It has relatively few alternate uses when compared to other fossil fuels such as petroleum and natural gas. Coal-fired power plants can be located close to areas of major electricity consumption, like population or industrial centres, to minimise losses or interruptions in the transmission of electricity. Furthermore, coal-fired power plants are reliable and their output can be increased at short notice, allowing them to cope with surges in demand.