In the fast-moving world of decarbonization, having reliable, up-to-date data on CO₂emission sources and carbon capture projects is essential. For Norsk e-Fuel, which produces synthetic fuels by combining green hydrogen with captured CO₂, knowing where those CO₂ streams are located is a critical part of planning new plants. But in a complex, fragmented data landscape, finding the right sites is a challenge. Their solution? CaptureMap’s API—providing comprehensive, real-time CCUS market intelligence integrated directly into their internal workflows and data layers.
By leveraging CaptureMap, Norsk e-Fuel can streamline their site selection process, integrate emission and capture data into their geospatial analyses, find potential partners and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving sector. This collaboration highlights why CaptureMap is becoming the industry standard for CCUS market intelligence—trusted by innovators driving the transition to fossil-free fuels.
Why e-Fuels and SAF are key to aviation decarbonisation (and why offsetting just doesn’t cut it)
Aviation contributes roughly 2,5% of global CO₂emissions and a growing share of transport-related emissions[1]. Yet only around 11% of the world’s population has ever flown, meaning the climate impact of aviation is concentrated among a relatively small share of people. Meeting the sector’s net-zero carbon goal by 2050 requires more than offsetting emissions through distant projects in other industries. It calls for insetting—reducing emissions within aviation itself. E-fuels and e-SAF are central to this transition, as they provide solutions that are compatible with existing infrastructure, scalable for long-distance flights, and efficient in resource use.
Synthetic Sustainable Aviation Fuels (e-SAF), such as those Norsk e-Fuel is preparing to produce, are designed to meet the following requirements:
- Drop-in” compatibility: Blended with Jet A fuel, e-SAF works with current aircraft, fueling infrastructure and pipelines, avoiding costly infrastructure overhauls.
- Substantial emission reductions: Using captured CO₂and green hydrogen, e-SAF can cut CO₂ and Non-CO₂ emissions significantly compared to conventional jet fuel.
- High energy density: Ideal for long-haul flights where batteries fall short.
- Resource efficiency: More land- and water-efficient than many biofuels, avoiding competition with food production. e-SAF also offers greater integrity and transparency, since all inputs can be fully traced and verified.
The illustration below outlines the carbon cycle, highlighting that CO₂ is not consumed as a fuel or energy source but used as a carbon building block in e-fuel production. The captured CO₂ is reused to form synthetic fuels and then re-emitted when the fuel is burned, closing the loop. Whether the CO₂ originates from biogenic or fossil sources in line with EU legislation does not change its role in this cycle. What matters for emission reductions is replacing fossil energy inputs with renewable electricity. This is integral to Norsk e-Fuel’s production pathway.
The site identification challenge
Developing commercial-scale e-fuel facilities is complex. Project planners must evaluate among others:
- Local renewable electricity availability
- Sources of captured CO₂ within transport distance
- Existing infrastructure and logistics
- Geotechnical feasibility
- Possible companies to form partnerships with
- Other large energy consumers in the region (H2 & e-Fuel production, process industry, data centers)
Traditionally, collecting this data requires navigating fragmented, outdated, and inconsistent sources—a process that is time-consuming, error-prone, and limits agility in decision-making.
CaptureMap API: real-time CCUS data for e-Fuel site selection
Norsk e-Fuel solved this challenge by integrating CaptureMap’s robust API into their workflow.
Here’s how it works:
- Seamless data integration: CaptureMap’s API feeds comprehensive, updated emission and data directly into Norsk e-Fuel’s GIS (Geographic Information System).
- Advanced analytics: Combined with proprietary spatial, infrastructure, distribution and geotechnical data, CaptureMap enables sophisticated site analyses that drive optimal decision-making.
- Continuous market intelligence: Users can track recent projects, industry developments, and emerging CO₂sources, keeping strategic decisions grounded in current, reliable data.
“Integrating CaptureMap’s high-quality data into our QGIS system has contributed significantly to streamlining our site identification process,” says Samuel Schuster, leader for Carbon Management & CO2 Supply Chain Developments at Norsk e-Fuel. “We no longer sift through fragmented datasets manually. This access, combined with our proprietary analyses, creates a truly advanced tool for sustainable aviation fuel project development.”
CaptureMap: The Industry Standard
CaptureMap is quickly gaining status as the industry standard for CCUS market intelligence, used by leading actors across the value chain to get the upper hand on market potential and market dynamics. In a world with fragmented, outdated datasets from legacy platforms, CaptureMap stands out as a bespoke provider for comprehensive, accurate CCUS data.
Since 2018, CaptureMap has been developed in collaboration with leading decarbonization actors. Today, it provides:
- Global coverage of large CO₂emitters
- Continuously updated carbon capture project data
- Direct integration into internal tools via API
One particular feature of CaptureMap’s CO₂coverage is the depth and width of both fossil and biogenic CO₂emissions. The illustration below shows the use of CaptureMap's biogenic filter, while focusing on facilities in Europe. This approach easily narrows down the list of potential sites for sustainable utilization applications, making site prospecting a far more efficient process.
While CaptureMap’s intuitive interface makes good sense as a stand-alone application, its value is accentuated by integrating those insights with the data layers that the customer has from before. This is what the API is made for: connecting CaptureMap’s data to the customers system, removing the need for manual updates and ensuring that the most recent data is always available where it is needed. Under the hood, CaptureMap’s API relies on Microsoft Azure infrastructure, making it a robust solution that scales with the customers needs.
“API has become a must-have for a CCUS market intelligence platform like CaptureMap, as innovative companies like Norsk e-Fuel now expect API access to streamline their data workflows.” says Valentin Vandenmolden, co-founder at Endrava. “By offering reliable, comprehensive CCUS data directly on their internal GIS platform, we reduce manual work and accelerate project development. This makes CaptureMap the standard for actionable CCUS market intelligence.”
The illustration below shows the integration of CaptureMap data through various internal tools and workflows of CaptureMap on the customer side.
Norsk e-Fuel's progress towards a more sustainable future
Norsk e-Fuel is building a strong pipeline of e-Fuel projects across the Nordics. With four projects already under development—one in Norway, two in Finland, and one in Sweden—and additional opportunities under evaluation, the company aims to have three commercial plants in operation by 2032.
Strategic partnerships with for example Prime Capital, Paul Wurth, Valinor, Norwegian Air Shuttle, lux-airport, Climeworks, Sunfire and Tesi complement their mission. Efficiency, sustainability, and innovation are central to every decision. And it’s now in part powered by access to the highest-quality CCUS market intelligence.
By combining cutting-edge API integration, comprehensive datasets, and continuous updates, CaptureMap enables forward-thinking companies to make informed, high-impact decisions in the race to decarbonize aviation. Norsk e-Fuel’s story demonstrates how CaptureMap sets the standard for the future of CCUS market intelligence—helping innovators identify optimal sites, reduce emissions, and accelerate the transition to sustainable fuels.
Want to accelerate your own CCUS projects? Learn more about CaptureMap’s CCUS API and how it can power your critical decarbonization decisions.