Kamaljeet Sidhu’s Post

While reading the book "Carbon Capture" by Howard J. Herzog, I came across this graph, which made me think (obviously it's nothing new). What can be seen here? We have the NCP2020 line, which shows the Gt CO2/year if we stick with Copenhagen commitments through 2020 and have no climate policy thereafter. The Outlook line (Paris forever) shows the emissions trajectory if all countries deliver on their commitments under the Paris Agreement but enact no further policy. Then there is the most important line, the 2°C line, which shows the trajectory required to meet the stabilization goals of the Paris Agreement. So, if all countries live up to their targets, this will only provide about 28% of the emission cuts required for stabilization by 2100 (in comparison to the NCP2020 scenario). Considering the unpleasant possibility that many countries will fail to deliver on their initial Paris commitments, the situation looks even worse. It is absolutely clear, that countries must increase energy efficiency, deploy more renewables, replace coal-fired power with gas-fired power etc. These strategies may work for the first commitment periods. But it is the subsequent commitment periods where carbon capture has a big role to play. Of course it's tough to make predictions about the future, but one thing is clear, innovative technologies for CCS will play a major role for the global solution. Sources: https://lnkd.in/eQKvWntj, Carbon Capture (2018) by Howard J. Herzog

Capturing less than 0.2% of necessary emissions reductions, the authors of a recently published and insightful article, highlighted that CCS has been developing slowly, with only 30 commercial projects globally. While many see CCS as a solution to reduce emissions, some questions remain open till date about its feasibility, high costs, and track record. In this article, CSS technology is discussed behind its promises. The article is commended for stating the fact that CCS is not a definitive and sole solution to climate change and there's a lack of full life-cycle analysis in several studies that claim the CCS benefits. One of the challenging points of CCS implementation is that it can sometimes produce more emissions that it sequesters, along with other challenges in terms of cost and effectiveness. #CleanEnergyTransitions #NetZeroEmissions #CCUS #CCS #SustainableEnergy #climateaction #EOR https://lnkd.in/dwCWRqQ3

Despite advancements in renewable energy and other decarbonisation efforts, global CO2 emissions peaked in 2023 and are projected to rise for decades. Carbon capture innovations offer a promising solution. However, addressing climate change isn’t just about setting policies, it also requires building the necessary infrastructure to support these technologies. In my opinion, developing effective carbon capture systems and integrating them into existing industrial processes is crucial for making a real impact and achieving our climate goals. #CarbonCapture #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture

Why Rapid Deployment of Carbon Capture Technologies is Crucial 🌍 The urgency to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 demands rapid deployment of Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) technologies. As renewables rise, CCUS is critical for hard-to-abate and historical emissions. With new policies and robust climate legislation, we can pioneer a renaissance in carbon management. Let's accelerate these vital solutions for a sustainable future! #VVCResources #CarbonCapture #Sustainability Read the full article by Forbes: https://lnkd.in/d3kijKqX

This week's historic #cop28 agreement signals beginning of the end for fossil fuel usage. As approximately 9 billion tonnes of CO2 emitted today are unrelated to power plants, Carbon Capture remains crucial for immediate CO2 abatement and industrial decarbonisation. Industries like cement, steel and glass are expected to grow by more than 30% by 2050. The CO2 created in the formation these products will continue to be emitted after a complete transition to renewable energy, making carbon capture vital for addressing the non-energy related emissions of critical industries in the long term. Read more about the unrivalled advantages of #DAC in our latest blog. #directaircapture #carboncapture #fossilfuels #carbondioxide #carbonemissions #climateaction

80 percent of the world's global fossil #CO2emissions since 2016 #Paris climate agreement is directly linked to 57 oil, gas, coal & cement producers. "It is morally reprehensible for companies to continue expanding exploration and production of #carbon fuels in the face of knowledge now for decades that their products are harmful," said Richard (Rick) Heede, founder of Carbon Majors Database. Jonathan Watts writes in The Guardian https://lnkd.in/eZ9tazBt At Co2nversions, we embrace innovation by empowering cutting edge technology, supporting pioneering in #cleantech, from carbon capture to #renewable markets. We work closely with businesses and organisations to identify and implement projects that reduce #greenhouse gas emissions such as renewable energy installations, energy efficiency upgrades and #deforestation prevention initiatives. Our team which comprises of experts with decades of experience are trained to measure, validate and adequately reduce #carbonfootprint using new #technologies. To learn more, visit www.co2nversions.com #carbon #carboncredits #carbonoffset #carbonfootprints #netzero #ESG #COP29 #climatechange #climatehope #climatetech #climatesolutions #CirculaEconomy #SustainableSolutions #sustainability #ecofriendly #environment #innovation #cleanenergy #cleanfuture #alternativeenergy #carbonmanagement #co2neutral #co2reduction #co2nversions

The EU is committed to reaching net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050 and is implementing a comprehensive policy framework to reduce net emissions by at least 55% by 2030. Technologies for carbon capture and storage and carbon capture and utilization, can play an important role in the EU's decarbonization efforts.

Decarbonization scenario model analyzes ambitious pathways to net-zero carbon emissions https://lnkd.in/eM5ySjka

Do you get confused ❔ when asked the difference between net zero, carbon neutral, and gross zero emission... 💠 Lets learn the basic difference: 1️⃣ Net Zero: Net zero denotes achieving a balance between the greenhouse gas emissions generated and those removed from the atmosphere. In this scenario, any emissions released are offset by actions that remove an equivalent amount of greenhouse gases, such as through carbon sequestration or investments in renewable energy projects.   2️⃣ Carbon Neutral: Carbon neutral is a broader concept encompassing the achievement of equilibrium between greenhouse gas emissions produced and removed from the atmosphere, with a specific focus on carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The goal of carbon neutrality involves minimizing emissions as much as possible and then compensating for any remaining emissions through activities like reforestation, carbon capture and storage, or the purchase of carbon credits.   3️⃣ Gross Zero Emissions: Also referred to as "real zero," this term pertains to industry sectors aiming to completely eliminate all greenhouse gas emissions without relying on offsets. Achieving gross zero emissions entails reducing emissions from all sources to zero, rather than merely balancing emissions with removals or offsets.   💠 Here are some key initiatives by the government to kick start the journey towards NET-ZERO: ▫ Elevating non-fossil energy capacity to 500 Gigawatts (GWs). ▫ Meeting 50% of energy needs from renewable sources. ▫ Decreasing the carbon intensity of the economy by 45%. ▫ Mitigating total estimated carbon emissions by 1 billion tonnes. #learningandgrowth #marketanalysis #asmgroupofinstitutes #carbonzero #carbonneutral #carbonreduction #marketresearch #agribusinessmanagement #letsgrowtogether

🌍 Net Zero vs. Zero Carbon: Understanding the Difference 🌍 💡 While both terms are key to fighting climate change, they have distinct meanings and approaches. Here’s a breakdown: 👉 Net Zero - Achieving net zero means balancing out the carbon emissions we produce by removing an equivalent amount from the atmosphere. 🌫️ - Common for companies and countries aiming to offset emissions by investing in carbon capture or renewable energy projects. 🌳 - Example: A company that still produces emissions but funds forest restoration to balance them achieves net zero. 👉 Zero Carbon - Producing zero carbon means no carbon emissions are created in the first place. ❌ - Usually applies to specific technologies or products that don’t emit CO2 throughout their entire lifecycle. 🚗⚡ - Example: Solar-powered factories or electric vehicles charged solely by renewable energy sources achieve zero carbon. 🌱 Both approaches are critical, but focusing on zero carbon where possible is essential to reducing emissions at the source! #Sustainability #Enviornment #Globalwarming #Zerocarbon #Netzero