Fisheries Department - PTTEP joins in research study Application of technology for converting carbon dioxide into mineral stones in artificial corals Balancing fisheries resources and help reduce global warming
Department of Fisheries, led by Mr. Chalermchai Suwanrak, Director General of the Department of Fisheries and PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited or PTTEP, led by Mr. Montree Lawanchaikul The Chief Executive Officer signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on a research project on the application of technology for converting carbon dioxide into mineral rocks. To increase the strength of artificial corals and used for the rehabilitation of marine fisheries resources The objective is to develop technology that will convert carbon dioxide gas and use it in the management of aquatic animal resources for fisheries. Restoring and developing the habitats of marine animals to be abundant. Help maintain the balance of the ecosystem, including to promote the development of the country's knowledge in science and technology. Including helping to reduce the problem of global warming at the same time.
Mr. Chalermchai said that it is well known that global warming is a problem that is of great importance around the world. The Thai government has made it an important policy that all agencies must work together to solve this problem. As for the fishing sector, it is also affected by global warming. Various researches have reported that global warming has affected aquatic animals. causing the temperature of sea water to rise This increases metabolic stress in fish, making it difficult for them to reproduce. and grow This research study Therefore, it can be considered an important step in upgrading technology to help restore Thailand's marine fisheries resources to ensure sustainability in the future.
Mr. Montree said PTTEP has set a goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 to support and drive action on climate change. This is part of helping Thailand achieve its goal of carbon neutrality and move towards a low-carbon society. One of the approaches that PTTEP gives importance to is research. develop technology and various innovations to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. PTTEP has developed technology to convert carbon dioxide into calcium carbonate in the cement layer. To apply and create artificial coral reefs. that is strong and not harmful to the environment Such technology In addition to helping reduce the release of carbon dioxide gas. It also helps in conserving the marine ecosystem. Increase the area of coral reefs, which are habitats and nurseries for aquatic animals. This will help promote abundance in the sea as well.
In addition to cooperation in research projects on the conversion of carbon dioxide into mineral rocks. To increase the strength of artificial reefs, PTTEP is also developing other projects and activities that will help reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Especially the technology for capturing and storing carbon dioxide or Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), which is being studied and developed for the first time in Thailand. Starting with the Arthit natural gas field in the Gulf of Thailand. It will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in large amounts.
Source: Thai News Agency