The United Kingdom has launched the construction of a major carbon capture and storage (CCS) system, expected to create over 2,000 new jobs. The project is part of the UK Government’s broader „Powering Up Britain” strategy, aimed at accelerating the transition to clean energy, strengthening domestic manufacturing, and opening new opportunities for the workforce, according to the official government website.
A key step in implementing this plan is the signing of an agreement between the UK Government and the Italian energy company Eni, which will invest around two billion pounds in procurement and construction as part of the Liverpool Bay Carbon Capture and Storage project. This initiative covers the North Wales and Northwest England regions.
The project includes the development of a comprehensive CCS network, supported by 21.7 billion pounds in government funding. It will enable the decarbonization of sectors such as waste-to-energy, cement manufacturing, and hydrogen production.
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Planning Reforms and International Collaboration
At the same time, the UK Government has announced reforms to energy infrastructure planning to accelerate the deployment of clean energy sources such as solar and wind power, as well as nuclear facilities. Previously, administrative delays and vague guidelines often hindered the progress of renewable energy projects. The new approach removes these obstacles and offers investors greater legal certainty.
In addition to domestic efforts, the UK has also announced an international initiative—the Global Clean Power Alliance. This alliance aims to bring countries together to strengthen global clean energy supply chains.
According to data from 2024, 80 percent of global electricity generation growth came from renewable and nuclear sources, and the UK alone attracted nearly 44 billion pounds in private clean energy investments since July of that year.
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