CCSA has published a new report “Next Steps for UK CCUS Deployment”.
This report focusses on non-fiscal measures to maximise confidence, drive growth, and ensure timely delivery of a strong CCUS sector in the UK.
View the report here.
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CCSA statement on the Tony Blair Institute’s ‘Cheaper Power 2030, Net Zero 2050’ report
CCSA Statement on Clean Energy Jobs Plan
The CCSA welcomes the Government’s Clean Energy Jobs Plan, which recognises the vital role that CCUS and hydrogen will play in achieving the UK’s clean energy future and industrial growth ambitions.
Following the announcement, CCSA CEO Olivia Powis said,
“We welcome the Clean Jobs Plan and its recognition of the vital role CCUS and hydrogen will play in achieving the UK’s growth and decarbonisation goals while keeping industries competitive. Developing the necessary skills base is crucial to unlocking these sectors’ full potential and protecting thousands of existing industrial jobs.
Establishing a dedicated Hydrogen and CCUS Skills Accelerator, in partnership with industry, marks an important step toward creating high-quality employment and ensuring a just transition for skilled workers from the North Sea. The CCSA looks forward to collaborating with government and partners to build the workforce powering the clean energy future.”
Minister Shanks underscores central role of CCUS in powering low-carbon future and industrial decarbonisation at CCSA annual conference
CCSA responds to news that the Conservative Party would repeal the 2008 Climate Change Act
Major milestones on the first carbon capture projects in energy from waste and cement sectors
CCSA Statement on Independent Review of Greenhouse Gas Removals Published
CCSA Statement in Response to Geologic Carbon Storage Study
Last week, Nature published a new study, “A prudent Planetary Limit for Geologic Carbon Storage”, sparking debate on the global feasibility of geological CO₂ storage at scale. We have now completed further analysis of the report, along with reviewing the scrutiny the report has received from academic and industry circles.
Responding to the report Mark Sommerfeld, UK Director, said:
“While this study takes a conservative approach in estimating global CO₂ storage capacity, it recognises that CCUS remains a vital technology. Climate experts agree it is an essential tool for achieving our climate goals. Even under the cautious assumptions presented here, there is more than sufficient potential to meet the EU’s target of 50 Mt of CO₂ storage per year by 2030, as well as the Climate Change Committee’s target of 73 Mt per year by 2050. This is further evidenced by many site-specific assessments of storage asset viability, confirming that sites are safe and ready to be developed. Deployed alongside other technologies, CCUS can cut emissions, deliver reliable low carbon energy, and create major economic opportunities.”