YTC CO₂ Recovery System for Breweries
Turning a By-Product into a Resource
Fermentation is an unavoidable part of brewing — and so is the CO₂ it produces. Instead of releasing this CO₂ into the atmosphere and purchasing external gas to meet operational needs, breweries can now close the loop with the YTC CO₂ Recovery System, capturing, purifying, and reusing the CO₂ generated during their own fermentation process.
By recovering CO₂ on-site, breweries and other beverage producers significantly improve their carbon footprint while reducing dependency on the external CO₂ market — turning an emission into a valuable, reusable resource.
How It Works
During recovery, raw CO₂ generated in the fermentation tanks is captured in its gaseous state and passed through a high-efficiency purification process. The purified gas is then compressed and liquefied, resulting in high-purity liquid CO₂ that is stored in an on-site tank — ready for reuse in carbonation, packaging, and other production processes, or for commercial resale.
Each YTC system is custom-engineered around the calculated CO₂ output of the customer's fermentation process and the specific conditions of the production site. Our goal is seamless integration into existing brewery operations — ensuring efficient, reliable performance and long-term system durability.
Why Choose YTC CO₂ Recovery
- Reduced CO₂ Emissions – Lower your carbon footprint by capturing and reusing CO₂ instead of venting it
- Premium CO₂ Quality – Highest-grade purity in compliance with EIGA Doc 70/17 and ISBT standards
- Market Independence – Eliminate exposure to CO₂ shortages and price volatility
- Low Water Consumption – High-efficiency scrubber technology with water reuse
- Energy Efficiency – Plant design optimized for minimal energy consumption
- Energy Recovery – Captures and reuses potential energy sources from the process
- Low Total Cost of Ownership – High plant efficiency and availability minimize lifetime costs
- Seamless Integration – Backed by YTC's holistic process engineering expertise
- Fully Automatic Control – Minimal manual intervention required
- Simple Operation – Designed for ease of use by plant personnel
Technical Highlights
- CO₂ Purity 【99.998%】
- Oxygen Content 【≤ 1 ppm】
- Plant Capacity 【80 – 20,000 kg/h】
- Payback Period 【1.5 – 4 years】
- Standards 【EIGA Doc 70/17, ISBT】
The Business Case
Brewing produces roughly 4 kg of CO₂ per hectoliter of beer, while carbonating that same beer requires only about 3 kg. This surplus means breweries recovering their own CO₂ can not only cover their internal demand but also generate additional CO₂ for other commercial applications — including beverage carbonation, medical use, and industrial applications such as MIG welding.
With a typical payback period of 1.5 to 4 years, the YTC CO₂ Recovery System delivers a fast, measurable return on investment while strengthening operational resilience.
Key Benefits at a Glance
- Save money by eliminating the need to purchase external CO₂
- Reduce environmental impact by recycling your own CO₂ emissions
- Gain independence from CO₂ market fluctuations and shortages
- Achieve rapid ROI, typically within 1.5–4 years
- Access global support through YTC's engineering and service network
The YTC CO₂ Recovery System — engineered for sustainable, self-sufficient brewing.
