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A Europe-wide CO2 Market Can Reduce Storage Costs by 20%

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[Brussels, 4 December] – The Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA), the leading CCUS trade association in Europe, has released the report “Accelerating a Europe-wide CO2 storage market”.

The report, based on modelling and analysis by Xodus Group – is clear: enabling cross-border CO2 transport and storage is critical for reducing emissions efficiently and on time. The European Commission and national governments can make this a reality.

Expanding the CO2 market across Europe, including the UK, is an effective way to lower emissions and storage costs. As of right now, policy remains the largest obstacle to transporting CO2 across the EU-UK border, which would otherwise be technically feasible.

Cross-border CO2 transport and storage would create economic benefits for industrial emitters across EU Member States, other EEA countries and the UK, supporting existing and new jobs across Europe.

To do so, the European Commission and the UK Government can take concrete actions that would send a strong signal to European businesses. These actions are:

Establish a bilateral agreement between the EU and the UK under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) to enable mutual recognition of each jurisdiction’s CCS regulatory regime.
Amend EU and UK Emission Trading Schemes to accommodate CO2 storage outside the EU and EEA.

As CCUS projects progress in the EU, Norway and the UK – with the first sites beginning operations as soon as 2026 – enabling cross-border CO2 transport and storage would make these systems more resilient.

We need to act quickly before higher-cost options are locked in and the opportunity is lost.

Olivia Powis, CEO of the CCSA said:

“A Europe-wide CO2 market is within reach, but policies are standing in the way. We can cut storage costs by 20% and save billions annually if the EU and UK break down these barriers, and make cross-border CO2 storage happen now. The future of the European industry and climate action depends on it.”

About the CCSA

CCUS, or Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage, is a key low carbon solution – vital to meeting the UK’s statutory Net Zero target at least cost. CCUS enables industrial decarbonisation as well as the production of clean power, clean products (such as cement and chemicals) and clean hydrogen – which can also be used to decarbonise industry. In addition, CCUS also enables greenhouse gas removal from the atmosphere through Direct Air Capture with Storage (DACS) or Bioenergy with CCS (BECCS).

The CCSA is the trade association accelerating the commercial deployment of CCUS, with offices in Brussels and London. We work with members, governments and other organisations to ensure CCUS is developed and deployed at the pace and scale necessary to meet net zero goals and deliver sustainable growth across regions and nations.

The CCSA currently has over 120 member companies who are active in exploring and developing different applications of carbon capture and removals, CO2 transportation by pipeline and ship, utilisation, geological storage, and other permanent storage solutions, end-users in the power, industry, waste management, fuels, and hydrogen production sectors, plus supply chain, engineering, construction and management, legal and financial consulting sectors.

For media enquiries please email pr***@************on.org

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A Europe-wide CO2 Market Can Reduce Storage Costs by 20%

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[Brussels, 4 December] ? The Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA), the leading CCUS trade association in Europe, has released the report ?Accelerating a Europe-wide CO2 storage market?.

The report, based on modelling and analysis by Xodus Group ? is clear: enabling cross-border CO2 transport and storage is critical for reducing emissions efficiently and on time. The European Commission and national governments can make this a reality.

Expanding the CO2 market across Europe, including the UK, is an effective way to lower emissions and storage costs. As of right now, policy remains the largest obstacle to transporting CO2 across the EU-UK border, which would otherwise be technically feasible.

Cross-border CO2 transport and storage would create economic benefits for industrial emitters across EU Member States, other EEA countries and the UK, supporting existing and new jobs across Europe.

To do so, the European Commission and the UK Government can take concrete actions that would send a strong signal to European businesses. These actions are:

Establish a bilateral agreement between the EU and the UK under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) to enable mutual recognition of each jurisdiction?s CCS regulatory regime.
Amend EU and UK Emission Trading Schemes to accommodate CO2 storage outside the EU and EEA.

As CCUS projects progress in the EU, Norway and the UK ? with the first sites beginning operations as soon as 2026 ? enabling cross-border CO2 transport and storage would make these systems more resilient.

We need to act quickly before higher-cost options are locked in and the opportunity is lost.

Olivia Powis, CEO of the CCSA said:

?A Europe-wide CO2 market is within reach, but policies are standing in the way. We can cut storage costs by 20% and save billions annually if the EU and UK break down these barriers, and make cross-border CO2 storage happen now. The future of the European industry and climate action depends on it.?

About the CCSA

CCUS, or Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage, is a key low carbon solution ? vital to meeting the UK?s statutory Net Zero target at least cost. CCUS enables industrial decarbonisation as well as the production of clean power, clean products (such as cement and chemicals) and clean hydrogen ? which can also be used to decarbonise industry. In addition, CCUS also enables greenhouse gas removal from the atmosphere through Direct Air Capture with Storage (DACS) or Bioenergy with CCS (BECCS).

The CCSA is the trade association accelerating the commercial deployment of CCUS, with offices in Brussels and London. We work with members, governments and other organisations to ensure CCUS is developed and deployed at the pace and scale necessary to meet net zero goals and deliver sustainable growth across regions and nations.

The CCSA currently has over 120 member companies who are active in exploring and developing different applications of carbon capture and removals, CO2?transportation by pipeline and ship, utilisation, geological storage, and other permanent storage solutions, end-users in the power, industry, waste management, fuels, and hydrogen production sectors, plus supply chain, engineering, construction and management, legal and financial consulting sectors.

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No CCUS, no climate targets: CCUS must be a pillar of the Clean Industrial Deal

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[Brussels, 27 November] – European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen vowed to publish a new Clean Industrial Deal in the first 100 days of her new mandate. The Deal will be crucial to ensuring not only that European industries can decarbonise, but also create the conditions necessary for them to remain in Europe.

As the EU faces industrial decline – with hundreds of thousands of jobs being lost – and the goal of net-zero emissions by 2050 on the horizon, the Clean Industrial Deal is tasked with the dual ambition of reversing deindustrialisation and accelerating decarbonisation. CCUS technologies emerge as crucial solutions to both these challenges: As stated at the Clean Transition Dialogue[1] in March, reversing deindustrialisation while reaching climate targets is not possible without investing in carbon capture. Therefore, the Clean Industrial Deal must cover CCUS.

The Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA) – the largest European CCUS trade association, representing more than 120 members across the value chain – praises the European Commission for its strong support for CCUS deployment. The introduction of important pieces of EU legislation, such as the Industrial Carbon Management Strategy, outline clear objectives for the deployment of CCUS. Similarly, the Innovation Fund backs many CCUS projects across the EU. However, more needs to be done. If we do not want to lag behind countries forging ahead, like China or the United States, the EU needs to close the funding gap for CCS projects, which, according to the Industrial Carbon Management Strategy, could reach €10 billion by 2030[2].

Olivia Powis, CCSA CEO, said:

“Congratulations to the new College of Commissioners on their appointments, with special recognition to Executive Vice-Presidents Ribera and Séjourné, as well as Commissioners Hoekstra and Jørgensen. We look forward to close cooperation and collaboration in support of delivering an effective Clean Industrial Deal.”

“To reverse Europe’s deindustrialisation and reach net zero, the European Union must increase support in a stable and supportive environment for large-scale investments in clean technologies like CCUS. CCUS is the ace up our sleeve for a cleaner, competitive future. Time to deal it in by putting CCUS at the heart of the Clean Industrial Deal: let’s make this the moment we lead the world in building a clean, industrial powerhouse.”

About the CCSA

CCUS, or Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage, is a key low carbon solution – vital to meeting the UK’s statutory Net Zero target at least cost. CCUS enables industrial decarbonisation as well as the production of clean power, clean products (such as cement and chemicals) and clean hydrogen – which can also be used to decarbonise industry. In addition, CCUS also enables greenhouse gas removal from the atmosphere through Direct Air Capture with Storage (DACS) or Bioenergy with CCS (BECCS).

The CCSA is the trade association accelerating the commercial deployment of CCUS, with offices in Brussels and London. We work with members, governments and other organisations to ensure CCUS is developed and deployed at the pace and scale necessary to meet net zero goals and deliver sustainable growth across regions and nations.

The CCSA currently has over 120 member companies who are active in exploring and developing different applications of carbon capture and removals, CO2 transportation by pipeline and ship, utilisation, geological storage, and other permanent storage solutions, end-users in the power, industry, waste management, fuels, and hydrogen production sectors, plus supply chain, engineering, construction and management, legal and financial consulting sectors.

For media enquiries please email pr***@************on.org

References:
(1) – (European Commission). (2024). The clean transition dialogues – stocktaking / A strong European industry for a sustainable Europe. Retrieved from https://commission.europa.eu/publications/clean-transition-dialogues-stocktaking-strong-european-industry-sustainable-europe_en on 27 November 2024.

(2) – (European Commission). (2024). Industrial Carbon Management Strategy. Retrieved from https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/PDF/?uri=CELEX:52024DC0062 on 27 November 2024.

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CCUS must be at the heart of the Clean Industrial Deal – Open Letter

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The CCSA has addressed an open letter to the new College of Commissioners.

“Dear President von der Leyen, Executive Vice-Presidents Ribera Rodríguez and Séjourné, and Commissioners Hoekstra and Jørgensen,

We urge you to consider carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) as a key decarbonisation tool in the Clean Industrial Deal that should be presented during the first 100 days of the new European Commission. The Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA), the European trade association representing more than 120 members across the CCUS value chain, sees the Clean Industrial Deal as a vital policy instrument for Europe. Not just to accelerate the decarbonisation of Europe’s industries, but also to ensure these industries remain in Europe.”

Read the full Open Letter here:

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CCSA Highlights Opportunities for CCUS at COP29

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• The UK’s leadership in CCUS deployment through its Cluster approach and leading regulatory framework, offers a model for other nations aiming to scale CCUS

• The UK’s offshore carbon storage capacity exceeds national needs, opening opportunities for international collaboration

• Cross-border CO₂ storage agreements and a long-term allocation framework can create certainty for investors and drive progress in industrial decarbonisation

[London, 20 November] –Speaking at a COP29 side event in Baku, Azerbaijan, Olivia Powis, CEO of the CCSA, emphasised the critical role of Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) technologies in reducing global emissions. She highlighted the UK’s significant offshore carbon storage capacity, which exceeds national requirements, as a potential solution for international CO₂ storage needs, fostering global collaboration in emissions reduction.

Addressing a panel alongside US Dept of Energy, IEA GHG, University of Texas at Austin, Bellona, and the International CCS Knowledge Centre, Olivia addressed the financial and technical challenges of scaling Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies globally.

Olivia explained that in the UK, the CCUS Cluster approach is aimed at providing the most cost-effective solution with capture projects sharing CO2 transport and storage infrastructure. As the industry moves forward, we need to move towards a competitive, market-based approach with a regular allocation framework, providing long-term visibility for developers and the supply chain and opening up a European cross-border CO2 storage market.

The UK has committed to deploying CCUS across industrial regions as part of its ambitious goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 81% by 2035. The UK’s leadership in this field offers valuable lessons for other nations striving to scale up CCUS deployment.

At COP29, Olivia detailed the UK’s leadership in CCUS deployment, offering a model for other nations aiming to scale CCUS. Collaboration between nations is essential for building trust and scaling CCUS effectively, with new projects learning from past experiences.

As global economies phase out the use of fossil fuels and drive progress in industrial decarbonisation, governments need to invest in and deploy all available technologies to transition to a low-carbon economy. CCUS is poised to play a central role in this effort, working alongside other green technologies.

With 2024 projected to be the first year global warming surpasses 1.5°C – the threshold set by the Paris Agreement – the urgency to deploy CCUS and other green technologies has never been greater. This year alone has starkly demonstrated the effects of climate change, with Europe and other regions facing unprecedented loss of life, economic upheaval, and ecological destruction from severe flooding, hurricanes, wildfires, and heatwaves.

The advantages of CCUS are clear. As long as we rely on gas-fired power stations to provide energy when renewable power is low, and continue to use cement to build hospitals, and schools, and chemicals such as fertilisers for food production, we need to find a way to do this without emitting more CO₂ into the atmosphere. For many of these industries, CCUS is the only option and a critical lifeline to support their decarbonisation.

Olivia Powis, CEO of the CCSA said:

“COP29 provided a crucial platform to share insights, address barriers, and showcase the opportunities for scaling CCUS technologies globally. The UK’s leadership in CCUS, combined with international collaboration and innovative financing solutions, will be key to ensuring CCUS plays its full role in global decarbonisation efforts.”

“What we need now is rapid deployment. Industry has already made significant investments in developing CCS projects, particularly in the UK, and with the right regulatory frameworks and government support, we can unlock even more potential. To meet our ambitious climate goals, it’s essential that we move from planning to action and accelerate the development of these critical technologies. The time to act is now.”

Notes to Editors

Key Takeaways from COP29 CCS Financing Event:

Moderated by Tim Dixon of IEAGHG, the side event at COP29 brought together experts to explore pathways for scaling CCS globally.

• Scaling CCS in Emerging Economies
Barriers like high capital costs, limited infrastructure, and regulatory challenges were discussed. Success stories, such as Trinidad and Tobago’s Technology Needs Assessment and Alberta’s TIER system, highlighted how targeted policies and financing can drive CCS progress.

• Global CCS Momentum
Brad Crabtree from the US Department of Energy shared that over 600 CCS projects are in development worldwide, with US tax incentives serving as a model for cost reduction and broader deployment.

• Innovative Financing Solutions
Experts highlighted the importance of mechanisms beyond direct subsidies, including carbon credit trading and international collaboration. Knowledge sharing, as exemplified by the International CCS Knowledge Centre, was noted as essential for effective project scaling.

• The Role of COP29 in Climate Finance
This event took place in the context of COP29’s critical discussions on climate finance, including the establishment of a new collective quantified goal to replace the current $100 billion annual target. Participants also highlighted the importance of operationalising the Loss and Damage Fund, which could support emerging economies in developing CCS projects.

Panellists:
• Tim Dixon – General Manager and Director, IEA Greenhouse Gas R&D Programme (IEAGHG) (Moderator)
• Brad Crabtree – Assistant Secretary, Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM), US Department of Energy
• Katherine Romanak – Researcher, University of Texas at Austin
• Olivia Powis – Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA)
• James Fann – President and CEO, International CCS Knowledge Centre
• Olav Øye – Policy Adviser, Bellona Environmental Foundation (Bellona)
• Clarine Ovando-Lacroux – Representative, UN Environment Programme Copenhagen Climate Centre (UNEP-CCC)
• Donneil Cain – Representative, Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC)

This joint side event was hosted by the CCSA, IEAGHG, University of Texas at Austin, Bellona, and the International CCS Knowledge Centre. The event underscored that progress on Article 6.4 of the Paris Agreement could further reduce costs and facilitate international cooperation in CCS deployment.

About the CCSA

CCUS, or Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage, is a key low carbon solution – vital to meeting the UK’s statutory Net Zero target at least cost. CCUS enables industrial decarbonisation as well as the production of clean power, clean products (such as cement and chemicals) and clean hydrogen – which can also be used to decarbonise industry. In addition, CCUS also enables greenhouse gas removal from the atmosphere through Direct Air Capture with Storage (DACS) or Bioenergy with CCS (BECCS).

The CCSA is the trade association accelerating the commercial deployment of CCUS, with offices in the UK and Belgium. We work with members, governments and other organisations to ensure CCUS is developed and deployed at the pace and scale necessary to meet net zero goals and deliver sustainable growth across regions and nations.

The CCSA currently has over 120 member companies who are active in exploring and developing different applications of carbon capture and removals, CO2 transportation by pipeline and ship, utilisation, geological storage, and other permanent storage solutions, end-users in the power, industry, waste management, fuels, and hydrogen production sectors, plus supply chain, engineering, construction and management, legal and financial consulting sectors.

For media enquiries please email pr***@************on.org

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CCSA welcomes UK’s 81% emissions reduction target as essential for mitigating climate change

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[London, 12 November] – The Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA) welcomes Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s COP29 announcement of the UK’s ambitious target to reduce all greenhouse gas emissions by at least 81% on 1990 levels by 2035.

The UK, one of the first countries to submit its updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, has set a powerful example of climate leadership at a critical time in the net zero transition.

With 2024 projected to be the first year global temperatures exceed the 1.5°C limit of the Paris Agreement, and with extreme weather events causing unprecedented ecological and economic damage worldwide, the need for decisive action on reducing emissions has never been greater.

Achieving the 81% reduction target will require comprehensive decarbonisation of the power sector. Despite a positive increase in the development of renewable technologies, Gas-fired power remains an important part of the UK’s energy mix to ensure a consistent supply of energy to UK homes and businesses, especially during recent periods of low renewable generation. The use of power generation from CCS-equipped gas fired power stations is an important aspect of supporting a just transition towards a resilient and reliable low-carbon energy system.

Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) plays a crucial role in preventing millions of tonnes of CO₂ from reaching the atmosphere. It is essential not only for achieving emissions targets but also for ensuring energy security, as it provides the flexibility needed to balance the grid and support industries like manufacturing and transportation during periods of low wind and solar power.

The UK’s first two CCUS projects, HyNet and the East Coast Cluster, are set to capture over 8.5 million tonnes of CO₂ annually—the equivalent of removing nearly four million cars from off the road. These projects mark a vital step towards positioning the UK as a global leader in CCUS technology, supporting key industries and driving decarbonisation in critical sectors such as cement and chemicals.

According to the latest national greenhouse gas emissions statistics, the 81% reduction represents a decrease from 813 million tonnes of CO2 equivalent (MtCO2e) in 1990 to 154 MtCO2e by 2035.(1) Given the UK’s target of achieving 20-30 Mtpa of CCUS by 2030 and 50 Mtpa by 2035, it is evident that CCUS will be instrumental in achieving this reduction goal.

The CCSA looks forward to continuing to work with the Government to achieve this ambitious target and secure the UK’s energy future.

Olivia Powis, CEO of the CCSA said:

“CCUS is an essential element of industrial decarbonisation and climate mitigation plans. With the UN’s clear warning about the risks of delay, urgent action is needed to protect people, the planet, and economies.”

“By setting the ambitious target of an 81% emissions reduction by 2035, the Prime Minister has shown a strong commitment to decarbonising the economy and advancing CCUS deployment in the UK’s industrial heartlands. It’s vital we keep up the momentum on CCUS technology to meet our emission reduction goals.”

Notes to Editors

Press Pack: Infographics and an animation accompany the press release for use. Download the press pack here.

About the CCSA

CCUS, or Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage, is a key low carbon solution – vital to meeting the UK’s statutory Net Zero target at least cost. CCUS enables industrial decarbonisation as well as the production of clean power, clean products (such as cement and chemicals) and clean hydrogen – which can also be used to decarbonise industry. In addition, CCUS also enables greenhouse gas removal from the atmosphere through Direct Air Capture with Storage (DACS) or Bioenergy with CCS (BECCS).

The CCSA is the trade association accelerating the commercial deployment of CCUS, with offices in the UK and Belgium. We work with members, governments and other organisations to ensure CCUS is developed and deployed at the pace and scale necessary to meet net zero goals and deliver sustainable growth across regions and nations.

The CCSA currently has over 120 member companies who are active in exploring and developing different applications of carbon capture and removals, CO2 transportation by pipeline and ship, utilisation, geological storage, and other permanent storage solutions, end-users in the power, industry, waste management, fuels, and hydrogen production sectors, plus supply chain, engineering, construction and management, legal and financial consulting sectors.

For media enquiries please email pr***@************on.org

References:
(1) – (Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). (2023). Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990 to 2021 (Accredited official statistics). Retrieved from https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/final-uk-greenhouse-gas-emissions-national-statistics-1990-to-2021 on 12 November 2024.

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CCSA appoints new UK Director to support the deployment of CCUS industry

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‘- Mark Sommerfeld has been appointed as CCSA UK Director, starting in December 2024, following nine years at the Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA).

– Mark has considerable experience of Carbon Capture, Utilisation & Storage (CCUS), particularly Bioenergy Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS).
– Mark’s appointment bolsters the trade association’s mission to see CCUS developed at pace across the UK.

[London, 11 November] – Mark Sommerfeld has been appointed as UK Director of the Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA) and will start in December, following Olivia Powis’s appointment as CEO in September 2024.

Mark brings 13 years of experience in the energy sector and will lead the CCSA’s work on the commercial deployment of large-scale integrated CCUS Clusters and projects across the UK.

During his time at the REA, Mark supported the development of Bioenergy Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS), working across biomass power, energy from waste and anaerobic digestion sectors, and brings considerable expertise to the CCSA on the need to deploy these important technologies to combat climate change.

Mark joins at a critical time for the CCUS industry, which is on the cusp of deploying projects in the UK. The Government’s funding commitment in October for the first two CCUS clusters in the North West and North East of England will see CO2 emissions reduced from industrial processes, hydrogen and low carbon power generation. These projects will also create thousands of new highly skilled jobs and protect thousands of existing jobs in critical industries like cement, chemicals and manufacturing.

The UK Government has confirmed that CCUS is essential to meeting our net zero targets, and the Climate Change Committee (CCC) has recommended that the UK’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) commits to reduce territorial greenhouse gas emissions by 81% from 1990 to 2035. Both are important as governments and stakeholders head to Baku for COP29 to discuss emissions reduction.

The CCSA has been working with the Government to secure the UK’s position as a world leader in CCUS and low carbon hydrogen production, and to meet the CCC’s target of 20-30 million tonnes (Mt) of CO2 captured and stored by 2030, rising to 50-60 Mt by 2035. The appointment of Mark as UK Director provides the trade association with additional expertise and experience to drive forward CCUS to decarbonise the UK’s industrial heartlands, deliver energy security and create jobs in a new low-carbon economy.

Mark Sommerfeld said:

“After more than a decade working alongside a wide range of renewable energy developers and operators, I am thrilled to join the CCSA at such a pivotal time. Achieving net zero demands a comprehensive approach, including carbon capture and carbon removal technologies, alongside low-carbon generation. As such, I am excited to build on my experience to help deliver this critical sector.”

“With recent Government commitments, the UK continues to lead carbon capture deployment. Scaling this technology will drive decarbonisation across key industrial sectors while unlocking significant economic benefits—creating jobs, enhancing skills, and advancing clean growth across the UK.”

“I look forward to working with our members, the Government, and stakeholders to accelerate deployment and reach the ambitious net zero targets essential to our climate and economy.”

Olivia Powis, CEO of the CCSA said:

“We are thrilled to have Mark join us. He brings considerable energy sector experience to bolster our team of experts, all of whom are committed to tackling climate change and seeing CCUS developed at pace to decarbonise British industries.”

“With the UK CCUS industry at an exciting point in its development, Mark will no doubt have a significant impact on the CCSA’s important work supporting our members to rollout this important net zero transition technology.”

Notes to Editors

Mark Sommerfeld Biography

Mark joins the CCSA after serving as Deputy Director of Policy at the Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA). Mark has 13 years experience in the energy sector, spanning energy supply and voluntary carbon trading, alongside advocating for a diverse range of renewable and low-carbon technologies.

At the REA, Mark led policy efforts on bioenergy carbon capture and storage, working across biomass power, energy from waste, and anaerobic digestion sectors. Mark spearheaded the REA’s advocacy for greenhouse gas removal initiatives, Power BECCS, and Industrial Carbon Capture business models, and the REA’s work on the development of the UK Biomass Strategy

During Mark’s career, he has sat on multiple government-industry task forces across energy and infrastructure topics, is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and an alumni of Cambridge University and Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership.

About the CCSA

CCUS, or Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage, is a key low carbon solution – vital to meeting the UK’s statutory Net Zero target at least cost. CCUS enables industrial decarbonisation as well as the production of clean power, clean products (such as cement and chemicals) and clean hydrogen – which can also be used to decarbonise industry. In addition, CCUS also enables greenhouse gas removal from the atmosphere through Direct Air Capture with Storage (DACS) or Bioenergy with CCS (BECCS).

The CCSA is the trade association accelerating the commercial deployment of CCUS, with offices in the UK and Belgium. We work with members, governments and other organisations to ensure CCUS is developed and deployed at the pace and scale necessary to meet net zero goals and deliver sustainable growth across regions and nations.

The CCSA currently has over 120 member companies who are active in exploring and developing different applications of carbon capture and removals, CO2 transportation by pipeline and ship, utilisation, geological storage, and other permanent storage solutions, end-users in the power, industry, waste management, fuels, and hydrogen production sectors, plus supply chain, engineering, construction and management, legal and financial consulting sectors.

For media enquiries please email pr***@************on.org

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CCSA co-signs industry joint statement for Low-Carbon Fuels Certification in the EU

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The CCSA has signed a joint statement on the Low-Carbon Fuels Certification Delegated Act. The co-signatories of this letter welcome the intention of the European Commission to define the necessary elements for the certification of low-carbon fuels (Art. 9 of the Hydrogen and Gas Directive) in order to support a clear regulatory framework, a prerequisite for their needed ramp-up. Indeed, globally, low-carbon hydrogen is likely to represent a significant source of hydrogen supply and demand especially in the transition toward net zero. Against this background, the co-signatories express concerns about several aspects of the Delegated Act, which would endanger the deployment of low-carbon hydrogen and a hindrance for the realisation of the EU hydrogen ambitions. It should also be noted that low-carbon fuels currently receive only limited recognition and incentives from the EU regulatory framework.

The co-signatories:

Support the intention to deliver this Delegated Act efficiently and swiftly with a technologically neutral approach.
Welcome the intention to apply equivalent requirements for domestic and imported low-carbon fuels to ensure a necessary level playing field.
Consider it necessary to include in the Delegated Act the possibility to recognise and provide adequate proof of better performance of individual projects, at each step of the production process, for all types of GHG, compared to the default values set in the Delegated Act – the latter needing regular review by the European Commission. Opening the possibility to showcase actual better performance will foster innovation and encourage overall emissions reduction. The calculation of the GHG intensity of the fuel should happen as an average of monthly, or more granular, intervals.
Support the intention of the European Commission to consider both CCS and CCU but underline the need for clarification on several provisions e.g. the conditions/timeline related to the recognition of CCS in third countries, the provisions related to solid carbon or the introduction of the concept of long-lasting products in addition to permanent CCU (from the ETS) should be addressed.
Stress the importance of considering the technical maturity and availability of hydrogen leakage detection technologies, a prerequisite before their integration into the GHG emissions calculation of low-carbon fuels and RFNBO.
Welcome the intention to create a link with the RED Union Database and encourage the European Commission to ensure that the traceability provisions defined for renewable gases are also applicable to low-carbon gases2. It should also be ensured that LCFs imported to Europe are properly recognised within the system.
Underline the need to ensure regulatory certainty and clarity for project developers, whose timelines extend beyond the already foreseen 2030 review of the Delegated Act (Art. 92 of the Hydrogen and Gas Directive). For projects launched before this review, the co-signatories consider as essential to maintain stable regulatory requirements during their operating lifetime, which may extend beyond the review.
Encourage the European Commission to facilitate a swift and efficient process of accreditation of Voluntary Certification Schemes, as it is one of the pillars.

 

Read the joint statement here. 

 

CCSA brings industry together at momentous time for Carbon Capture

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850 representatives from across the carbon capture industry gather in London at an important time for the sector
Minister Jones reconfirmed the UK Government’s commitment to the Cluster Sequencing Programme, highlighting the projects that will follow Track-1
The CCSA conference follows from recent Track-1 funding commitments from the UK Government and the publication of the Industrial Strategy Green Paper

[Tuesday 15 October, London] – Following the UK Government’s International Investment Summit and publication of the Industrial Strategy Green Paper on Monday 14 October, the CCSA brings together over 800 industry and government representatives to discuss the global opportunities of Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS).

The two-day conference in London, featuring global industry representatives and official delegations from America, Canada, and China, comes at a pivotal time for the CCUS sector.

Giving the keynote speech on the opening day, Sarah Jones MP, Minister for Industry at both the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, and the Department for Business and Trade, set out the Government’s clear commitment to deliver carbon capture projects across the length and breadth of the UK.

Addressing the conference, Minster Jones, said that through carbon capture, the UK is “rejuvenating our industrial heartlands.” She noted the importance of the first two Clusters in decarbonising manufacturing processes such as glass and cement with “CCUS a necessity, not an option.”

With the Government recognising the economic growth potential of carbon capture projects, the industry welcomed the Minister’s words on the purpose of the Industrial Strategy Green Paper in “getting British people designing and building things again.” She highlighted the UK’s “great storage potential” and our ability to “extend vast carbon [capture] highways to Europe,” in a clear signal to the longer-term export potential of developing the UK market.

As noted by the Minister, with the “deep skills and expertise from the North Sea oil and gas sector” the UK is naturally positioned to become a world leader in this key low-carbon technology to deliver net zero by 2050.

Speaking at the conference, Olivia Powis, CEO of the CCSA said:

“The global ambition to deliver carbon capture projects at scale and pace to meet our net zero targets is clear to see from the level of enthusiasm at this year’s CCSA conference.”

“The CCUS industry is on the cusp of deployment, and with supportive policy frameworks being developed across key markets, there is global momentum to see projects get off the ground, with further investments being considered into important anchor projects.

“Minster Jones gave a clear message that the UK Government understands the potential of CCUS in decarbonising industry and power, supporting jobs and delivering a just transition to net zero. With the UK ready to deliver CCUS, we can roll out this learning from the steps being taken across the first two clusters across the North East and North West of England and Wales. It is encouraging to see CCUS at the heart of the global net zero mission.”

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Left-hand photo: Olivia Powis, CEO of the CCSA.
Right-hand photo: Sarah Jones MP, Minister for Industry.
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About the CCSA

CCUS, or Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage, is a key low carbon solution – vital to meeting the UK’s statutory Net Zero target at least cost. CCUS enables industrial decarbonisation as well as the production of clean power, clean products (such as cement and chemicals) and clean hydrogen – which can also be used to decarbonise industry. In addition, CCUS also enables greenhouse gas removal from the atmosphere through Direct Air Capture with Storage (DACS) or Bioenergy with CCS (BECCS).

The CCSA is the trade association accelerating the commercial deployment of CCUS, with offices in the UK and Belgium. We work with members, governments and other organisations to ensure CCUS is developed and deployed at the pace and scale necessary to meet net zero goals and deliver sustainable growth across regions and nations.

The CCSA currently has over 120 member companies who are active in exploring and developing different applications of carbon capture and removals, CO2 transportation by pipeline and ship, utilisation, geological storage, and other permanent storage solutions, end-users in the power, industry, waste management, fuels, and hydrogen production sectors, plus supply chain, engineering, construction and management, legal and financial consulting sectors.

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