Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is a critical technology designed to prevent large amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2​) from being released into the atmosphere from fossil fuel power plants and industrial facilities. The process involves three main steps: capturing the CO2​ produced by industrial processes, transporting it to a storage site, and injecting it deep underground into geological formations where it can be permanently trapped. This technology is seen as a vital bridge to help industries like steel and cement production reach “Net Zero” emissions.

A newer variation, known as Direct Air Capture (DAC), involves using giant fans and chemical filters to scrub CO2​ directly from the ambient air, regardless of where it was emitted. While currently expensive and energy-intensive, the cost of DAC is falling as the technology scales. Some companies are even finding ways to turn captured carbon into useful products, such as carbon-neutral fuels or construction materials like “carbon-negative” concrete. As the global temperature continues to rise, CCS and DAC represent our best technological chances to actively reverse the accumulation of greenhouse gases in our atmosphere.