UK Approves $250 Million Carbon Capture Pipeline for Net-Zero Goals
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📰 The quick summary: A new $250 million carbon capture pipeline in the UK will enable storage of 10 million tons of CO2 annually by 2030, helping decarbonize the Humber industrial region.
📈 One key stat: The 34-mile underground pipeline will connect to Viking gas fields with capacity to store 300 million metric tons of CO2, significantly expanding the UK’s carbon storage capabilities.
💬 One key quote: “Viking CCS forms a key component of a broader carbon capture and storage scheme projected to channel £7 billion of investment into the Humber area by 2035.”
1️⃣ The big picture: The UK government has approved a major new carbon capture infrastructure project off the Lincolnshire coast. The $250 million Viking pipeline will stretch 34 miles underground, transporting CO2 from industrial facilities in Immingham to the Theddlethorpe Gas Terminal. From there, the captured carbon will be stored permanently beneath the North Sea in depleted Viking gas fields. This project, led by Harbour Energy with BP’s support, represents a crucial step in developing the UK’s carbon capture capabilities and decarbonizing one of its largest industrial regions.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: This infrastructure enables major carbon emissions reductions in one of Britain’s most industrialized areas. The project creates 10,000 construction jobs and drives $5.2 billion in economic benefits over the next decade. With storage capacity for 300 million tons of CO2, the facility provides a long-term solution for industrial decarbonization. The pipeline also attracts significant private investment to support the UK’s net-zero transition while maintaining industrial competitiveness.
3️⃣ What’s next: Construction of the pipeline and associated infrastructure like valves, inspection systems, and access roads will begin following the approval. The project aims to reach its full annual storage capacity of 10 million tons of CO2 by 2030. Ongoing engagement with local communities and stakeholders will continue throughout the development process.
Read the full story here: Carbon Herald – UK Greenlights $250M Viking Carbon Capture Pipeline Project
