Security now a leading driver of energy innovation, carbon removals a growth area -IEA

Published 12:16 on February 17, 2026 / Last updated at 12:16 on February 17, 2026 / / Americas (LATAM & Caribbean, US & Canada), Asia Pacific (Asia, Pacific), CO2 Management (CCUS, Engineered Removals), EMEA (Africa, Europe, Middle East), Net Zero Transition (Industrial Decarbonisation, Investment, Reporting & Disclosure, Power/Electrification, Transport & Heating Fuels)

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Security was a key driver of energy innovation last year, ahead of emissions reduction, whilst carbon removal and low-carbon industry were among growth areas for venture capital investment, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).
Security was a key driver of energy innovation last year, ahead of emissions reduction, whilst carbon removal and low-carbon industry were among growth areas for venture capital investment, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).


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