Carbon dioxide storage : research priorities for India

Carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) has been shown to be a viable technology for mitigating emissions from energy-intensive industries. CCUS is highlighted as a strategic priority in the 2030 Roadmap for India-UK future relations. Despite considerable expansion of renewable energy, coal will remain important for power generation in India whilst also achieving net zero emissions by 2070. Furthermore, heavy industries such as refining, fertiliser, steel and cement are also vital for underpinning India's economy. CCUS will therefore be required to reduce resultant emissions from these industries and fossil-based power generation. Following recent discussions with industrial, academic and policy stakeholders in India, we have identified research priorities to support the feasibility assessment of the geological storage of carbon dioxide.