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Vaisala solutions for carbon capture, utilization and storage

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Reliability and simplicity for critical measurements

Optimizing your carbon capture processes is no small endeavour. Transparent and reliable measurements are key to success, environmentally and financially. Through our 85+ years of experience on two planets, Vaisala provides you with unmatched expertise in the most demanding measurements.

Compact. Compatible. Cost-efficient.

Meet the new Vaisala MGP241 – for radically smarter CO2 measurements. Combining premium performance, field-proof durability and exceptional ROI in one compact package, the MGP241 is the optimal choice for heavy-duty industrial CO2 and carbon capture measurements.

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Point source carbon capture solutions

Point-source carbon capture includes three main applications:

solvent-based scrubbing
semi-permeable membrane, and
solid sorbents.

CO2 concentration measurement before absorption and after desorption is essential to evaluate the efficiency of the capture process, i.e. capture rate.

In membrane-type systems, CO2 concentration data signals maintenance and adjustment needs in underperforming membranes.

With solid sorbents, understanding CO2 concentration helps determine the capacity and saturation point of the sorbent material to optimize the adsorption and desorption cycles, system performance, and material lifetime.

Liquid concentration measurement helps to detect degrading of solvent, ensuring high process efficiency.

Liquid solvent-based carbon capture process (illustration)

DAC – Direct Air Capture

DAC technology captures CO2 molecules from the atmosphere. Several DAC technologies in different stages of development exist, using e.g. solid sorbents and liquid solvents.

DAC systems are typically modular, with capture capacities ranging from a few kilograms up to a megaton scale.

Reliable and accurate measurement of low CO2 concentration and humidity is particularly important at the R&D stage to measure the capture efficiency, understand the process kinetics, and optimize the process. Accurate measurement of low-concentration CO2 is also needed when the CO2 is extracted from the sorbent.

The need to enrich CO2 concentration over thousand-fold from atmospheric (~400 ppm) concentration to near 100% purity makes DAC highly energy intensive.

At the tail end of the process, high-concentration CO2 measurements are vital.

Direct Air Capture Process adsorption to regeneration

Point source carbon capture solutions

MGP241 Dedicated 2-in-1 probe for heavy-duty CO2 and humidity measurements especially in carbon capture

MGP261 3-in-1, Ex-rated, CH4, CO2 and H2O probe for heavy-duty carbon capture, biogas and more.

PR53GP Process refractometer for use in amine wash carbon capture processes.

MGP262 2-in-1, Ex-rated, high-concentration CO2 and low-concentration CH4 probe for biomethane offgas and heavy-duty CO2 measurement.

GMP251 For %-level CO2 measurements

GMP252 For ultra-low, ppm-level CO2 measurements.

Indigo500 Rugged transmitter, with optional display, power and data links for two probes simultaneously

Indigo80 Handheld indicator with display for quick readouts in the field

Direct Air Capture solutions

MGP241 Dedicated 2-in-1 probe for heavy-duty CO2 and humidity measurements especially in carbon capture

GMP343 A Direct Air Capture favorite, rugged and accurate probe for demanding measurements

GMP251 For %-level CO2 measurements

GMP252 For ultra-low, ppm-level CO2 measurements.

HMPx probes Humidity and temperature probes for extreme accuracy and long-term stability.

Indigo500 Rugged transmitter, with optional display, power and data links for two probes simultaneously

Indigo300 Series transmitters, rugged and compact

Indigo200 Series transmitters

Indigo80 Handheld indicator with display for quick readouts in the field

Vaisala is a member of the Global CCS Institute.

Expert content & success stories

Carbon Capture Academy ep. 3, Liquid solvent-based capture. Equipment at the background, engineer standing in front of equipment.

Liquid solvent-based capture — Vaisala carbon capture academy, ep. 3

In this third episode of Vaisala carbon capture academy, we cover the critical success factors in liquid solvent-based carbon capture operations. From measurement challenges and the technologies involved, to the actual measurement methods required for success.

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Point-source / post-combustion – Vaisala carbon capture academy, ep. 2

In this second episode of Vaisala carbon capture academy, we focus on measurement problems & solutions in point-source / post-combustion carbon capture operations, and how to get them right in order to optimize your captrue process.

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Direct Air Capture – Vaisala carbon capture academy, ep. 1

In this first episode of Vaisala carbon capture academy, we focus on measurement problems & solutions in Direct Air Capture operations. Covering both ppm level and ~100% CO2 level measurements, as well as the importance of measuring moisture in your process.

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Capsol demonstrates Vaisala’s CO2 sensors in post-combustion carbon capture from waste-to-energy plant

Capsol has developed a CCS technology based on hot potassium carbonate, which offers multiple advantages over conventional solutions and is well suited for treating emissions from waste-to-energy (WtE) plants. Vaisala’s new CO2 sensor MGP241 helps to optimize the process and maintain high CO2 capture rate.

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New Carbon Capture eBook

This expert-written 18-page eBook is full of the latest insights and learnings from the leading edge of research as well as field experience. Discover the drivers and challenges, why online measurements and transparency matter – and the top 5 things to look for in CCUS measurement instruments.

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Carbonaide's First pilot plant in Hollola, Finland

Decarbonization: Accurate measurements deliver solid results in concrete carbon curing with Carbonaide

Vaisala’s cutting-edge measurement tools support construction industry’s carbon capture, utilization, and storage goals

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CCUS webinar: Rethinking CO2 measurements in carbon capture

Get an in-depth look at the state of carbon capture in 2025 and beyond. Gain vital insight into the technologies, methods and measurements involved, including the radically smarter MGP241 probe. If your business is carbon capture, this webinar is a must.

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Join our Carbon Capture webinar on CCUS solutions & industrial outlook

Join our expert CCUS webinar

Join us for a look behind the acronyms – from CCU to CCS to DAC and beyond – all pointing towards a more sustainable future. Hosted by Antti Viitanen & Julia Salovaara, this webinar covers the full field from the basics to market and industry developments to solutions to opportunities with Vaisala.

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Soletair Power integrates Vaisala’s sensors into their groundbreaking building-integrated carbon capture technology

Soletair Power’s unique solution for extracting CO2 from air is a key building block in several carbon net zero and negative building projects.

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The Amager Bakke facility & CopenHill center

Decarbonization technology proven at Waste-to-Energy plant

Danish researchers have demonstrated that it is possible to remove most of the carbon dioxide (CO2) from the emissions of a waste incinerator, and by demonstrating the viability of the process, the researchers believe that they have developed a key technology in the fight against climate change.

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Book cover: eBook Biogas RNG upgrading 2025

6 strategies to optimize your Biomethane / RNG production

This eBook is a practical, highly valuable source to plant manufacturers, plant operators and decision-makers alike – anyone looking to make their upgrading operation smarter and smoother.

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Intelligent instruments for CCUS applications

Multigas CO2 instrument MGP241

The new MGP241 is the smartest solution for heavy-duty CO2 measurement, from carbon capture to general industrial use.

Vaisala CARBOCAP® MGP262 Multigas Probe for Methane and Carbon Dioxide measures the methane concentration in offgas from biogas upgrading units.

Methane and Carbon Dioxide Multigas Probe MGP262

Stop the loss. The Vaisala CARBOCAP® MGP262 continuously measures the methane concentration in offgas from your biogas upgrading unit to keep you from letting your profits go up in the air.

Vaisala CARBOCAP® MGP261 Multigas Probe for Methane, Carbon Dioxide and Humidity for protecting the Combined Heat and Power (CHP) engine.

Methane, carbon dioxide and humidity multigas probe MGP261

Vaisala CARBOCAP® MGP261 multigas probe for methane , carbon dioxide and humidity helps improve your biogas processes and protecting your Combined Heat and Power (CHP) engine.

The Vaisala CARBOCAP® Carbon Dioxide Probe GMP251 is an intelligent, stand-alone, %-level probe for stable and accurate CO2 measurements.

CO₂ Probe GMP251

The Vaisala CARBOCAP® Carbon Dioxide Probe GMP251 is an intelligent, stand-alone, %-level probe for measuring CO2 in life science incubators, cold storage facilities, fruit and vegetable transportation, and in all demanding applications where stable and accurate percentage-level CO2 measurements are needed.

CO₂ Probe GMP343

The Vaisala CARBOCAP® Carbon Dioxide Probe GMP343 is an accurate and rugged probe-type instrument for ecological measurements. Typical applications include CO 2 soil respiration, ambient CO 2 monitoring, plant growth chambers, and OEM applications.

The Vaisala CARBOCAP® Carbon Dioxide Probe GMP252 is an intelligent, stand-alone, ppm-level probe for stable and accurate CO2 measurements.

CO₂ Probe GMP252

The Vaisala CARBOCAP® Carbon Dioxide Probe GMP252 is an intelligent, stand-alone, ppm-level probe. It's intended for measuring CO2 in agriculture, refrigeration, greenhouses, demanding HVAC applications, and for plant growth chamber manufacturers.

Vaisala Polaris™ PR53GP and GPEX Probe Process Refractometers for ordinary and explosive areas

Measure concentrations of sugars/Brix, acids, alkaline solutions, alcohols, hydrocarbons, solvents, and various other solutions directly in pipeline and tanks, in production transport and quality control in sugar, chemical, petrochemical, and other industries.

Duct CO2 Transmitter GMD110

The duct-mounted high-accuracy transmitter GMD110 is designed to measure carbon dioxide in demanding HVAC applications.

Relative Humidity and Temperature Probe HMP7

Vaisala HUMICAP® Humidity and Temperature Probe HMP7 is designed for applications which involve constant high humidity or rapid changes in humidity

Humidity and Temperature Probe HMP3

Vaisala HUMICAP® Humidity and Temperature Probe HMP3 is a general-purpose probe designed for processes with moderate humidity and temperature levels.

Temperature Probe TMP1

Vaisala Temperature Probe TMP1 is designed for demanding temperature measurements in industrial applications such as pharmaceutical industry and calibration laboratories, where accuracy and robustness are essential.

Indigo500 Series Transmitters

The Vaisala Indigo500 series transmitters are host devices for Vaisala Indigo-compatible, stand-alone smart probes. The Indigo500 series include multi-functional Indigo520 transmitter and Indigo510 transmitter with basic features.

Rethinking CO2 measurements in carbon capture – a CCUS webinar

Take a look ahead at carbon capture in 2025 and beyond. And get an in-depth look at performance and specs of the revolutionary MGP241.

Takeaways:

• Carbon capture in 2025 and beyond
• The merits of current measurement methods and technologies
• Rethinking the what and how of CO2 measurement
• Real-life field results from reference cases
• In-depth look at the revolutionary MGP241 CO2 probe

Note: Webinar will be held in English

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Contact us to hear more

Looking for a reliable measurement partner in carbon capture?
Talk to our experts today and learn how our instruments and
intelligence can help make your current, or next, project
measurably more successful.

Get in touch today