Xodus, an International energy advisory firm, has been selected to support a groundbreaking carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiative in Japan. The project aims to cut CO2 emissions from major Japanese manufacturing industries, supporting the nation’s goal of reaching net-zero by mid-century.
Xodus will partner with several prominent companies, including West Japan Carbon Dioxide Storage Survey Co., Ltd. (WEST), ENEOS Corporation (ENEOS), Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. (J-Power), and ENEOS Xplora Inc. (ENEOS Xplora), to help drive the Offshore Western Kyushu CCS project forward.
The project is following validation of a service pact between JOGMEC and the consortium. JOGMEC is the government organization for Japan overseeing mineral and energy resources. They entered into an agreement with the consortium earlier this year 2025.
Xodus’ Role in the Project
Xodus will use its expertise to design geotechnical survey plans for the pipeline and cable components of the CCS project. With its extensive experience in Japan’s energy sector, the company has established a permanent base, highlighting its commitment to long-term support.
Simon Allison, Vice President – Asia Pacific at Xodus, said, “We are proud to play a part in the delivery of this pioneering CCS initiative, which underscores our commitment to the region and to supporting Japan’s ambition to achieve net zero by 2050.”
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The Goal of Offshore Western Kyushu CCS
The Offshore Western Kyushu CCS project will capture around 1.7 million metric tons of CO2 every year. ENEOS’s oil plants and J-POWER’s power stations in the Setouchi and Kyushu areas will be capturing the CO2. After being captured, the team will transport CO2 to underground saltwater reservoirs off southwestern Kyushu, storing it safely and permanently.
This major CCS project is part of Japan’s overall decarbonization policy and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.