Economic and Environmental Impacts of CCUS Value Chains

Dear Colleagues,

Carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies have gained significant attention as a key strategy for mitigating climate change while ensuring energy security and industrial sustainability. As global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions intensify, CCUS is increasingly seen as an essential component of the transition to a low-carbon economy. However, its large-scale deployment requires careful evaluation of both economic and environmental factors to determine its feasibility, effectiveness, and long-term viability. This Special Issue of Energies aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of the economic and environmental impacts of CCUS value chains, bringing together interdisciplinary research and innovative insights.

This Special Issue will explore critical aspects of CCUS, including the following:

Techno-Economic Analysis: Understanding the financial implications of CCUS is crucial for its large-scale implementation. We seek studies that analyze capital and operational costs, investment risks, financial incentives, and market structures that influence the economic viability of CCUS projects.

Life Cycle Assessments (LCA): Environmental assessments of CCUS technologies help determine their overall sustainability. Papers addressing the energy consumption, emissions reduction potential, resource usage, and long-term environmental impacts of CCUS will be valuable contributions.

Policy and Regulatory Frameworks: Effective policies play a pivotal role in CCUS deployment. This Special Issue invites discussions on carbon pricing mechanisms, subsidies, regulatory challenges, and market-driven approaches that facilitate or hinder CCUS adoption.

Industrial Applications: CCUS is particularly relevant for energy-intensive industries such as power generation, cement, steel, and chemical manufacturing. We encourage case studies and research focusing on sector-specific applications, challenges, and best practices for CCUS integration.

Innovation and Scalability: Technological advancements continue to shape the future of CCUS. Contributions that discuss emerging CCUS technologies, cost reduction strategies, scalability potential, and integration with renewable energy systems will be of great interest.

Public Perception and Social Acceptance: The success of CCUS depends not only on technical and economic feasibility but also on societal acceptance. Studies on public attitudes, stakeholder engagement, risk perception, and communication strategies surrounding CCUS adoption are welcome.

By addressing these themes, this Special Issue seeks to bridge the gap between research, policy, and industry, offering insights that support informed decision-making for the future of CCUS. The findings will be relevant for policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and investors who are shaping the development and deployment of CCUS technologies globally.

We invite researchers, industry experts, and policymakers to submit their original research articles, review papers, and case studies. Through this collection, we aim to enhance the understanding of CCUS as a critical tool in mitigating climate change, promoting energy transition, and achieving carbon neutrality goals.

We look forward to your contributions to this important discussion and encourage interdisciplinary collaboration to advance knowledge in this rapidly evolving field.

Dr. Mohammed Nazeer Khan
Guest Editor

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• carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS)
• techno-economic analysis
• Life cycle assessment (LCA)
• carbon pricing mechanisms
• policy and regulatory frameworks
• innovation in CCUS technologies
• scalability of CCUS solutions
• public perception and social acceptance
• greenhouse gas emissions reduction