Written by David McPhee –
A new UK Government-backed carbon capture advisory group will include representatives from BP and Shell.
Announced by the UK Government today, the group has been formed in an effort to open the first Carbon Capture, Usage and Storage (CCUS) facility in the UK by the mid-2020s.
Energy minister Claire Perry said the group would help ensure the takes “full advantage” in the emerging CCS sector.
The UK Government has backed the group with a £1 million support package.
Energy and infrastructure firms such as BP, Shell, Tata Steel, National Grid, Cadent and Drax are all involved.