Abstract
Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) are
increasingly vital in urban sustainability agendas for their role in mitigating climate change. CCS
focusses on capturing CO2 emissions from industrial and energy-related sources and storing them
permanently underground, while CCUS extends this concept by utilising the captured CO2 for
further applications.
This deliverable highlights the need for clear and factual communication with the aim to improve
public awareness and knowledge around CC(U)S technologies through unbiased information,
especially considering limited information regarding challenges and benefits of usage in an urban
context; as retrofitting of industry plants, such as Waste to Energy, to use CC(U)S technologies
near cities, or transport of captured CO2 through urban areas. The deliverable addresses common
concerns like the possibility of CO2 leakage, technological failures, and mistrust in the incentives
behind promoting CC(U)S, which sometimes are seen as a means of greenwashing rather than a
sustainable solution.
This document introduces the concepts of Use Case (UC) and Neutral Solution Package (NSP) in
the context of CCUS. UCs are detailed examples that show how CCUS technologies can be applied
in urban context, providing practical insights into their implementation. NSPs, derived from these
UCs, are standardised guides offering clear, actionable strategies for cities to effectively adopt and
adapt CCUS technologies. These solutions are designed to simplify complex CCUS concepts,
making them accessible to city planners and stakeholders, thus facilitating the integration of CCUS
into urban sustainability and carbon neutrality goals.
Through the development and dissemination of NSPs, this document provides comprehensive
guidelines for understanding how CC(U)S could be implemented in urban and peri-urban settings.
It covers diverse scenarios and practical applications of CCS and CCUS, guiding cities in assessing
the feasibility and integration of these technologies into customised action plans. The aim is to
foster informed decision-making and public-private collaborations, ultimately driving sustainable,
low-carbon urban development.
The deliverable also bridges the communication gap between technical experts, city planners, and
the public. By using UC and NSP frameworks, it presents an in-depth analysis of CC(U)S
applications, their benefits, and challenges for cities, as well as local stakeholders. This approach
not only informs but, where relevant, also empowers cities to consider integration of CC(U)S into
their sustainability strategies, thus catalysing a transition towards a more sustainable and low
carbon emissions future.
In summary, this document provides a strategic framework for cities to understand and where
beneficial implement CC(U)S solutions, thus improving their capacity to achieve long-term climate
goals and promoting sustainable urban development.
increasingly vital in urban sustainability agendas for their role in mitigating climate change. CCS
focusses on capturing CO2 emissions from industrial and energy-related sources and storing them
permanently underground, while CCUS extends this concept by utilising the captured CO2 for
further applications.
This deliverable highlights the need for clear and factual communication with the aim to improve
public awareness and knowledge around CC(U)S technologies through unbiased information,
especially considering limited information regarding challenges and benefits of usage in an urban
context; as retrofitting of industry plants, such as Waste to Energy, to use CC(U)S technologies
near cities, or transport of captured CO2 through urban areas. The deliverable addresses common
concerns like the possibility of CO2 leakage, technological failures, and mistrust in the incentives
behind promoting CC(U)S, which sometimes are seen as a means of greenwashing rather than a
sustainable solution.
This document introduces the concepts of Use Case (UC) and Neutral Solution Package (NSP) in
the context of CCUS. UCs are detailed examples that show how CCUS technologies can be applied
in urban context, providing practical insights into their implementation. NSPs, derived from these
UCs, are standardised guides offering clear, actionable strategies for cities to effectively adopt and
adapt CCUS technologies. These solutions are designed to simplify complex CCUS concepts,
making them accessible to city planners and stakeholders, thus facilitating the integration of CCUS
into urban sustainability and carbon neutrality goals.
Through the development and dissemination of NSPs, this document provides comprehensive
guidelines for understanding how CC(U)S could be implemented in urban and peri-urban settings.
It covers diverse scenarios and practical applications of CCS and CCUS, guiding cities in assessing
the feasibility and integration of these technologies into customised action plans. The aim is to
foster informed decision-making and public-private collaborations, ultimately driving sustainable,
low-carbon urban development.
The deliverable also bridges the communication gap between technical experts, city planners, and
the public. By using UC and NSP frameworks, it presents an in-depth analysis of CC(U)S
applications, their benefits, and challenges for cities, as well as local stakeholders. This approach
not only informs but, where relevant, also empowers cities to consider integration of CC(U)S into
their sustainability strategies, thus catalysing a transition towards a more sustainable and low
carbon emissions future.
In summary, this document provides a strategic framework for cities to understand and where
beneficial implement CC(U)S solutions, thus improving their capacity to achieve long-term climate
goals and promoting sustainable urban development.
