This report summarises the main lessons learnt and key findings from the Zero Emission Porto Tolle (ZEPT) project. The ZEPT project was funded by the European Energy Programme for Recovery (EEPR) during the period 2009-2013 and covered the design, procurement and construction of a demonstration CCS plant as well as the detailed site characterisation, to verify the feasibility of the injection and storage of CO2 in a safe and verifiable manner.
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Zero Emission Porto Tolle: ZEPT Project results
13th February 2025
Topic(s): Carbon capture use and storage (CCUS), CO2 storage, Engineering and project delivery
This report summarises the main lessons learnt and key findings from the Zero Emission Porto Tolle (ZEPT) project. The ZEPT project was funded by the European Energy Programme for Recovery (EEPR) during the period 2009-2013 and covered the design, procurement and construction of a demonstration CCS plant as well as the detailed site characterisation, to verify the feasibility of the injection and storage of CO2 in a safe and verifiable manner.
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Project Pioneer. Pioneer’s technology selection: a non-confidential report
13th February 2025
Topic(s): Carbon capture use and storage (CCUS), CO2 capture
Construction of the carbon catpure facility (CFF) was planned to commence mid-2013, and was planned to be completed and commissioned ready for commercial operation in December 2015. The EPC contract negotiated but not signed with MHI was a fixed price, turnkey contract and included the design, procurement, construction, commissioning, warranty, and performance guarantee of the complete CCF plant.
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Project Pioneer. Preliminary construction execution strategy & labour market analysis: non-confidential summary
13th February 2025
Topic(s): Carbon capture use and storage (CCUS)
Project Pioneer would have been one of the first carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects to utilise an integrated approach for CCS, and was expected to serve as a prototype for the long-term, commercial-scale application and integration of CCS technologies to achieve reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. This summary report peruses at a high-level for the reader, Project Pioneer’s analysis of labour markets through expected industrial activity, a brief overview of the construction advisory committee, analysis of major risks for construction of the project, and finally some concluding notes.
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Project Pioneer. Developing a risk program for a carbon capture and storage project: a case study of Project Pioneer
13th February 2025
Topic(s): Carbon capture use and storage (CCUS), Engineering and project delivery
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects could be considered a special type of oil and gas capital project. The standard approach used for risk management of oil and gas capital projects is applicable to CCS projects. Also the uniqueness of CCS projects as well as the characteristics of a particular project should influence the design of the Risk Management System (RMS). Both general CCS challenges and features specific to Project Pioneer were taken into account when shaping the project risk management system that is described in this report.
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Project Pioneer. Project overview: non-confidential summary
13th February 2025
Topic(s): Carbon capture use and storage (CCUS)
Project Pioneer will be one of the first carbon capture and storage projects to utilise an integrated approach for CCS, and is expected to serve as a prototype for the long-term, commercial-scale application and integration of CCS technologies to achieve reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Project Pioneer is being proposed to capture 1 million tons (Mt) of carbon dioxide (CO2) annually from the Keephills 3 coal-fired power plant, which is located approximately 70 km west of Edmonton, Alberta, and is jointly owned by TransAlta and Capital Power.
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Final Front End Engineering Design Feed Study Report
13th February 2025
Topic(s): Carbon capture use and storage (CCUS), Engineering and project delivery
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Advancements in CCS Technologies and Costs
30th January 2025
Authored by Hugh Barlow, Shahrzad S. M. Shahi, PhD, and David T. Kearns, PhD, this report is a critical resource for understanding the evolving landscape of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies and their cost structures.
Who Should Read This Report?
- Policymakers: Gain insights to shape effective climate policies that leverage CCS for emissions reductions.
- Industry Leaders: Discover cost-effective strategies for implementing CCS across sectors like cement, steel, and power generation.
- Sustainability Professionals: Stay informed on CCS advancements and their role in achieving Net Zero targets.
- Academics and Researchers: Explore detailed analyses of CO2 capture, transport technologies, and economic drivers.
What’s Inside?
- Details on recent advancements in CO2 capture and transport technologies.
- Strategies for cost optimization and significant cost influencers.
- A global perspective on the growing deployment of CCS projects.
This comprehensive report equips stakeholders with actionable insights to advance CCS projects and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy.
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Join our report briefing on February 26, 2025, | 4:00 PM EST (Washington, D.C.) / February 27, 2025, | 8:00 AM AEDT (Melbourne) as our authors share an overview of this report, why costs matter, and how it could benefit your CCS journey.
Download your copy of "Advancements in CCS Technologies and Costs” now.
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Carbon Management In NDCs: Collation, Assessment and a Path Forward
19th December 2024
Read the Institute's report on Carbon Management in Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
NDCs outline the actions and efforts countries are making to reduce emissions and adapt to the impacts of climate change. Designed to ensure that the Paris Agreement targets remain on track, countries must submit their NDCs to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change secretariat (UNFCCC) every five years.
With the next submission interval due in February 2025, carbon management can be valuable in supporting forthcoming decarbonisation strategies.
This report, titled "Carbon Management in NDCs: Collation, Assessment and a Path Forward", authored by the Institute's Senior International Climate Change Policy Lead, Noora Al Amer, provides readers with key insights on the topic, including:
- A brief overview of NDCs, outlining what may inform their development
- The state of play of carbon management in the international policy landscape, with a snapshot of perspectives from G7 and G20 countries
- An assessment of carbon management in current NDCs
- The role climate finance can play in advancing carbon management technologies
Download your copy of the report here.
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Key COP29 Outcomes for Carbon Management and Insights for Inclusive and Sustainable Development
13th December 2024
Read the Global CCS Institute's brief unpacking key COP29 outcomes as they relate to carbon management.
Held in Baku, Azerbaijan, COP29 marked a pivotal moment in advancing carbon management, carbon markets, and climate finance as key components of the global response to climate change. The developments at COP underscored the growing recognition that achieving global climate goals requires not only scaling carbon management technologies but also ensuring that the benefits of these solutions are accessible and inclusive, considering the sustainable development of all countries.
Titled "Key COP29 Outcomes for Carbon Management and Insights for Inclusive and Sustainable Development", this latest brief, authored by the Institute's Senior International Climate Change Policy Lead, Noora Al Amer, outlines:
- Decisions and guidelines tied to the development of a global carbon market
- What the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) on climate finance can mean for carbon management
- Enhanced collaboration across governments globally, illustrated through efforts such as the Carbon Management Challenge
- Relevant UNFCCC response measures and work plans
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Thought Leadership – CO2 Storage Permitting Process in the European Union: A Guide
10th December 2024
Explore the Institute’s Latest Report: "CO2 Storage Permitting Process in the European Union: A Guide"
Dive into the complexities of CO2 storage permitting with this new guide, which outlines the process and main features of applying for carbon dioxide (CO2) storage permits in the European Union (EU).
This essential resource is designed to support governments, industry, and stakeholders in navigating the intricate legal, regulatory, and procedural landscape of CO2 storage, aiding in the large-scale deployment of CCS.
The report provides:
- Insights into EU CCS Frameworks: Explore how the EU CCS Directive and other legislation shape the environmentally safe geological storage of CO2, alongside considerations for national and international laws.
- Key Trends and Best Practices: Learn from the experiences of leading CCS projects, such as Porthos and Longship, to identify opportunities for streamlining storage permitting processes.
- Critical Components for Success: From risk management and stakeholder engagement to monitoring, environmental impact assessment and financial security, the report breaks down essential elements of CO2 storage applications.
- Recommendations for Collaboration: Understand how cross-border cooperation and knowledge sharing can improve permitting efficiency and facilitate the growth of CCS across Europe.
Authored by the Institute’s Head of Public Affairs, Ellina Levina. Inspired, and supported with valuable information and comments by Stijn Santen (EBN), assisted by feedback provided by Willem-Jan Plug (Porthos project), Lena Wammer Ostgaard (IOM Law), Marie Kristine Steen (Danish Energy Agency), and significant contributions from Global CCS Institute colleagues Anhar Karimjee, Alex Zapantis, Guloren Turan, Ian Havercroft, Bernardene Smith, Daniela Peta, and Mathilde Blanchard. Edited by Wendy Wells and designed by Creative Instinct.
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Thought Leadership – CCS Policy, Legal and Regulatory Review
8th November 2024
Read the Institute’s latest report that covers the status of CCS policy, legal and regulatory regimes globally, and identifies key trends across jurisdictions.
The report, titled “Thought Leadership - CCS Policy, Legal and Regulatory Review” provides:
- An overview of global carbon capture and storage (CCS) policy, legal and regulatory developments over the past two decades, and the status of CCS governance regimes, across the four main global jurisdictions – the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC), and Middle East and Africa
- Insights into global and regional trends over recent years, including initiatives by governments to support the large-scale deployment of CCS.
- Insights on the current challenges to the large-scale deployment of the technology from a policy, legal, regulatory, and commercial perspective.
Authored by the Institute’s Bernardene Smith, Errol Pinto, Mathilde Blanchard, Nabeela Raji, and Callum Murfet, the report is ready for you to download today.
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Long-term Stewardship and Liability: A Balanced Approach to Legal Certainty and Site Transfer for Geologic CO2 Storage
23rd September 2024
Titled “Long-term Stewardship and Liability: A Balanced Approach to Legal Certainty and Site Transfer for Geologic CO2 Storage”, read this latest publication exploring issues related to long-term liability transfer and ideas for addressing and mitigating them.
Authored by Ian Havercroft, General Manager of Knowledge and Analysis with the Global CCS Institute, and Chiara Trabucchi, Principal with Fiori LLC, the report proposes a liability risk management framework that accomplishes the dual purpose of creating legal certainty and ensuring that jurisdictions accepting transfer of geologic storage sites are adequately resourced.
The report further addresses:
- The value of fostering public trust as CCS storage projects get underway
- The risks associated with applying broad liability relief for CO2 storage operators, particularly as it relates to moral hazard
- The benefit of providing clear and prudent risk management frameworks that support the transfer of CO2 storage sites to jurisdictional authorities
- Financial frameworks which can safeguard against the possibility of transferring future costs associated with storage sites to jurisdictional authorities accepting site transfers
This publication was produced through the support and contributions offered by the Global CCS Foundation and the Environment Defense Fund. Download your copy today.
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