Petrobras has announced plans to contract its first carbon capture and storage (CCS) pilot initiative in Rio de Janeiro state, marking a significant step in Brazil’s efforts to scale carbon management solutions.
The project aims to inject 100,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide annually, highlighting the company’s commitment to advancing decarbonization technologies.
Building on Global CCS Leadership
The pilot follows a record-setting year for Petrobras, which in 2024 reinjected 14.2 million tonnes of CO2 into pre-salt reservoirs in the Santos Basin. The company already operates the world’s largest CCUS program, representing about 28% of all global projects, according to the Global CCS Institute.
All 23 of Petrobras’ pre-salt production platforms are equipped with carbon capture systems integrated with enhanced oil recovery processes.
The new pilot is designed to expand this track record, reinforcing the company’s strategy to reduce emissions while sustaining energy output.
By launching the tender, Petrobras is signaling its intent to move beyond established large-scale operations and test new models that could support broader deployment of CCS across Brazil’s energy sector.
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