TITLE:
The Strategic Imperative of CCS Technology for Fossil Energy’s Net-Zero Goals and National Security
AUTHORS:
Xinman Zhang
KEYWORDS:
Energy Carbon Neutrality, Carbon Capture and Storage, Direct Air Capture, CO2 Enhanced Oil Recovery, Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage
JOURNAL NAME:
World Journal of Engineering and Technology,
Vol.13 No.4,
November
20,
2025
ABSTRACT: Carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology is pivotal in bridging the gap between fossil energy reliance and net-zero ambitions. This paper examines key CCS approaches, including direct air capture (DAC), CO2 enhanced oil recovery (CO2-EOR), and bioenergy with CCS (BECCS), and their role in decarbonizing power generation, industry, and hard-to-abate sectors. By capturing emissions at the source or removing CO2 from the atmosphere, CCS mitigates climate impact while extending the viability of fossil assets during the energy transition. However, scalability, cost efficiency, and regulatory frameworks remain critical challenges. The study evaluates technological advancements, economic trade-offs, and policy drivers to assess CCS’s potential in achieving carbon neutrality without sacrificing energy security. It finds that from a long-term and macro perspective, the technical potential of CCS is immense, making it an indispensable tool for achieving carbon neutrality; therefore, its potential outweighs the obstacles.