Accelerating the demonstration of CO₂ geological storage in Europe

With the availability of proven, affordable CO₂ storage sites critical to the development of CCS in Europe, ZEP recommends establishing up to six new storage pilots by 2016. Focusing on deep saline aquifers – on- and offshore – the pilots will complement CCS demonstration projects, accelerate state-of-the-art technology and showcase successful CO₂ storage across Europe.

Key recommendations include:

• Selecting sites which will enable meaningful, scientific R&D
• Maximising the benefits of CCS for local communities
• Supporting the deployment of Europe’s CO₂ transport infrastructure
• Financing storage pilots from a combination of sources
• Simplifying the permitting process and relieving projects of the burden of liability
• Maximising knowledge-sharing with EU and international CCS demonstration projects