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“Prudent” global CO2 storage cap at just a tenth of industry claims, can cut only 0.7C of warming, researchers warn

Published 01:31 on September 4, 2025 / Last updated at 01:31 on September 4, 2025 / / Americas (LATAM & Caribbean, US & Canada), Asia Pacific (Asia, Pacific), CO2 Management (CCUS), EMEA (Europe, Middle East)

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The world can safely store far less CO2 underground than previously assumed, with the true potential capped at around a tenth of industry estimates, according to a new study.
The world can safely store far less CO2 underground than previously assumed, with the true potential capped at around a tenth of industry estimates, according to a new study.


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