Current Development of Carbon Capture and Storage in the UK – a Non Technical Review

Abstract

This paper reviewed a current situation of carbon capture and storage (CCS) development in the UK mainly within the last 10 years in general. It looked at the positive ways to implement the CCS technologies, including the geological advantages, potential sector growth, financial incentives, and the support in the policies. Current projects were brought forward together with the university and industry research. Some concerns and limitation of applying CCS technologies were discussed. To the end, the conclusion was made that the UK is in a good position to implement CCS technologies and would become a global leader in CCS development providing that the first four trials were successful.