Talking Energy: carbon capture and storage

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) – also known as ‘clean coal’ – could soon allow for a new generation of coal-fired power stations.

The UK is facing transformation of its energy generating system. The closure of end-of-life nuclear and coal power stations is coinciding with ambitious commitments to reduce carbon emissions and the demise of North Sea gas.

Whatever we replace our current generating capacity with has to provide affordable, reliable and lowcarbon power