New Study Highlights Challenges in Scaling Up CO2 Storage
Imperial College London research reveals that current projections for carbon storage are overly optimistic, requiring substantial increases in capacity and investment.
- Researchers found that storing up to 16 gigatonnes of CO2 annually by 2050 is possible but unlikely at current growth rates.
- The study indicates that realistic projections should aim for 5-6 gigatonnes per year based on historical industrial growth patterns.
- Current international climate models, including those from the IPCC, often overestimate feasible storage rates, particularly in Asia.
- The research underscores the need for more accurate models to guide climate policy and investment decisions.
- The findings call for aligning ambitious climate targets with practical, attainable goals for carbon storage.
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