In the midst of a geopolitical and energy crisis and ahead of the launch of the REPowerEU plan, ZEP reaffirms the need for all low- and zero-carbon technologies – a technology-neutral and long-term approach to climate action in energy and industry is crucial to avoid jeopardising an already extremely challenging path towards climate neutrality and preserve industrial activity and employment.
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Infographic – Experience in developing CO2 storage under the Directive on the geological storage of carbon dioxide
This factsheet summarises the findings and conclusions of the ZEP report Experience in developing CO2 storage under the Directive on the geological storage of carbon dioxide. The report is the outcome of a workgroup convened by the Zero Emissions Platform, aiming to facilitate the work of operators and public authorities working on the deployment of CO2 storage projects.
Infographic – Guidance for CO2 transport by ship
Transporting CO2 by ship and by inland waterway will be crucial for climate action. A ZEP report documents addresses addresses key challenges in this area.
IPCC Sixth Assessment Report, ‘Climate Change 2022: Mitigation of Climate Change’
The IPCC published its latest report on climate change mitigation. Key messages on CCS and CCU are outlined in this ZEP briefing.
ZEP response to the call for evidence on the certification of carbon removals
On 25 March 2022, ZEP responded to the stakeholder consultation on the certification of carbon removals. This will contribute to the European Commission’s necessary and significant step towards integrating carbon removals into EU climate policies.
138 project proposals received under the Innovation Fund
The European Commission received 138 project proposals after the Innovation Fund closed its second call for large-scale projects on 3 March 2022. A total of €1.5 billion is to be made available for projects supporting the European Green Deal. On 11 March, the Commission reported that the project submissions represented €12.1 billion in requested funding.
EU to reinforce its energy autonomy and address rising energy prices
The European Union condemned the invasion of Ukraine by Russia on 24 February 2022 and has adopted a package of economic sanctions. The EU is also seeking to reinforce its energy autonomy and address rising energy prices.
Key elements are highlighted in this ZEP Briefing.
ZEP Note – Complementary Climate Delegated Act: Inclusion of natural gas as sustainable in the Taxonomy
The European Commission has on 2 February 2022 approved the Complementary Climate Delegated Act of the EU Taxonomy (CDA), including nuclear power and natural gas as sustainable activities. The Council and European Parliament have four months to either approve or reject the legislation but may request an additional two months.
Key elements are highlighted in this ZEP briefing.
An EU strategy for CCS and CCU: Safeguarding European industrial competitiveness
On 9 February, the Zero Emissions Platform (ZEP) held an online seminar as part of the EU Industry Weeks. Key stakeholders from industry, research communities, and civil society were called upon to discuss the importance of an EU strategy for CCS and CCU.
ZEP Briefing – €1.7 billion innovation funding under EIC
The Commission adopted on 9 February 2022 the 2022 work programme of the European Innovation Council (EIC). Launched in 2021, the EIC helps startups, SMEs and research teams to develop high-risk, high-impact breakthrough innovation. It has a budget of over €10 billion for the 2021-2027 period. Key elements are highlighted in this ZEP briefing.