Canada’s carbon capture investments face major risks, auditor warns

Published 00:37 on November 7, 2025 / Last updated at 00:37 on November 7, 2025 / / Americas (US & Canada), CO2 Management (CCUS)

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Federal investments in carbon capture projects risk locking in fossil fuel dependence and shifting financial burdens from polluters to taxpayers, a government minister said in a report to Parliament on Thursday.
Federal investments in carbon capture projects risk locking in fossil fuel dependence and shifting financial burdens from polluters to taxpayers, a government minister said in a report to Parliament on Thursday.


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