CCS TECHNOLOGIES AND DIGITALIZATION PERSPECTIVE ON THE ROAD TO CARBON NEUTRALITY: A HOLISTIC RESEARCH WITH SOCIAL, POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC DIMENSIONS
Abstract
The global transition to a low-carbon energy system requires comprehensive carbon management strategies that integrate emissions reduction, control, and offset processes with next-generation technologies. Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) has become one of the most promising approaches for reducing CO₂ emissions in energy-intensive sectors such as power generation, iron and steel, and cement. However, traditional CCS applications face significant challenges, including high capital and operating costs, energy efficiency losses, and social acceptance issues. Recent studies demonstrate that the integration of next-generation digital tools, such as digital twins, artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT) sensor networks, and blockchain-based monitoring systems, can increase the efficiency, transparency, and security of CCS operations. These technologies enhance process optimization, reduce energy efficiency losses, and strengthen MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, Verification) frameworks, contributing to the wider adoption of CCS. Policy analyses highlight the critical importance of effective carbon pricing, international cooperation, and financial incentives for scaling up CCS. In this context, CCS is considered not only a "transition technology" for decarbonizing fossil fuel-based infrastructure but also a cornerstone of the carbon economy because it enables carbon reuse. This study discusses the holistic integration of carbon management systems and CCS technologies in the context of the energy sector, their advantages and challenges, and aims to present an evaluation of current technologies.
Keywords
References
- [1] IEA, “About CCUS,” Paris, France, 2021.
- [2] M. Ravichandran, T. T. Ajith Kumar, and R. Dineshkumar, “Carbon dioxide capture, sequestration, and utilization models for carbon management and transformation,” Environ. Sci. Pollut. Res., vol. 31, no. 44, pp. 55895–55916, 2024.
- [3] J. Chen, C. Xu, M. Gao, and D. Li, “Carbon peak and its mitigation implications for China in the post-pandemic era,” Sci. Rep., vol. 12, no. 1, Art. no. 3473, 2022.
- [4] J. J. Alava and G. G. Singh, “Changing air pollution and CO2 emissions during the COVID-19 pandemic: Lesson learned and future equity concerns of post-COVID recovery,” Environ. Sci. Policy, vol. 130, pp. 1–8, 2022.
- [5] M. Q. Rasheed, A. Haseeb, T. S. Adebayo, Z. Ahmed, and M. Ahmad, “The long-run relationship between energy consumption, oil prices, and carbon dioxide emissions in European countries,” Environ. Sci. Pollut. Res., vol. 29, pp. 24234–24247, 2021.
- [6] M. G. Fikru, T. Shen, J. Brodmann, and H. Ma, “A strategic insight into the market for carbon management capacity,” Sustain. Futures, vol. 8, Art. no. 100374, 2024.
- [7] W. Shen et al., “Research on digital energy carbon management platform and services for energy-using companies under the ‘3060’ target,” in IOP Conf. Ser.: Earth Environ. Sci., vol. 1171, no. 1, Art. no. 012019, 2023.
- [8] S. Hochmeier, L. Kühberger, J. Kulich, H. Ott, and T. Kienberger, “A methodology for the determination of future carbon management strategies: A case study of Austria,” Int. J. Sustain. Energy Plan. Manag., vol. 41, pp. 108–124, 2024.
Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Energy Generation, Conversion and Storage (Excl. Chemical and Electrical)
Journal Section
Review Article
Publication Date
February 25, 2026
Submission Date
October 24, 2025
Acceptance Date
January 30, 2026
Published in Issue
Year 2026 Volume: 2 Number: 1