News from DNV about carbon capture and storage

25 August, 2025

DNV to support two of UK’s first carbon capture and storage projects with quality assurance

DNV has been awarded a three-year contract to provide quality assurance for two of the UK’s pioneering carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects: Net Zero Teesside Power (NZT Power) and the Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP), both located in the North East of England.

Energy

01 July, 2025

DNV advances Skylark to enable safe scaling of CO2 pipelines for carbon capture and storage

DNV is advancing Skylark, a joint industry project to enhance our understanding of carbon dioxide (CO₂) pipeline operations ensuring regulators and operators globally have access to the highest quality of information to make their decisions.

Energy

17 June, 2025

DNV introduces new service specification SE-0696 to mitigate risks in CCUS projects with standardized independent technical assurance

Industry-first framework addresses critical gaps in carbon capture verification, enabling safer, more bankable projects

Energy

12 June, 2025

Turning point for CCS is now, DNV report finds, with global capture and storage capacity expected to quadruple by 2030

Cumulative investment in carbon capture and storage (CCS) is expected to reach USD 80 billion over the next five years, according to DNV’s new Energy Transition Outlook CCS to 2050 report.

Energy

05 May, 2025

Collaboration advances feasibility of CO₂ transport via repurposed Danish pipeline

Collaboration between DNV and Ørsted has been central to a major landmark in the development of Project Bifrost, a carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiative that aims to develop a concept for storing CO₂ underground of the Danish North Sea.

Energy

25 November, 2024

DNV certifies first CO2 storage site in the Middle East for ADNOC carbon capture and storage project

DNV has certified the feasibility of ADNOC’s West Aquifer CO2 storage site in the UAE, marking a significant milestone in the Middle East’s carbon capture and storage (CCS) efforts. This certification supports ADNOC’s ambition to reach net zero by 2045 and the UAE's Net Zero 2050 Strategy, highlighting the region’s commitment to climate action and sustainable energy solutions.

Energy

19 September, 2024

DNV Certifies first CO2 storage site for flagship Danish Carbon Capture and Storage project

DNV has certified the first CO2 storage site for Project Greensand in Denmark, marking a key milestone in carbon capture and storage (CCS).

Energy

24 July, 2024

DNV completes technical update of CCS Directive Guidance Documents to facilitate sustainable CO2 storage in the European Economic Area

Commissioned by the European Commission, the updated guidance documents reflect the latest advancements in CCS technology and address ambiguities identified during the initial CCS deployments in the European Economic Area.

Energy

09 July, 2024

DNV validates Carbon8's carbon capture and utilization methodology

DNV has validated the methodology developed and used by Carbon8, an innovative cleantech company specialising in helping hard-to-abate industries reduce carbon emissions and landfilling of thermal residues. Carbon8’s patented technology permanently captures CO2 at source from hard-to-abate industries and DNV has verified that Carbon8’s methodology satisfies the ISO 14064 part 2 standard. The technology also diverts landfill-bound ashes and residues, transforming them into material which can be used within quality construction products and transforming the built environment into a carbon sink.

Energy

12 June, 2024

DNV leads global joint industry project to set standards for crucial CO2 flow meter traceability and accuracy in CCUS

DNV is at the forefront of a collaborative effort to establish standards for flow meter traceability along the CO2 value chain, for accurate CO2 measurement in advancing carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS).

Energy

06 June, 2024

DNV and Petronas CCS ventures collaborate to enable carbon capture and storage (CCS) value chains across Southeast Asia

DNV and PETRONAS’ wholly-owned subsidiary, PETRONAS CCS Ventures Sdn Bhd (PETRONAS CCS Ventures), have recently signed a Master Price Agreement for the certification of carbon dioxide (CO2) storage sites and associated facilities for carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects in Malaysia.

Energy

15 January, 2024

DNV delivers a market study on Denmark’s opportunities for becoming a European CO2 hub

DNV has recently completed an extensive market study commissioned by a consortium of Danish companies and organizations in the CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage) industry. The study focuses on assessing the possibilities and business potential of establishing Denmark as a key European CO2 hub. This initiative aligns with Denmark's ambitious climate targets, aiming for a 70% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 and complete climate neutrality by 2045.

Energy

05 December, 2023

DNV appoints head of CCUS in response to technology’s growth

DNV has announced the appointment of Jamie Burrows as head of its Energy Systems business area’s Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) unit. Amidst COP28 proceedings, the move underscores DNV's commitment to CCUS as a pivotal tool for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors, such as heavy industry – including iron, steel, and cement production. In the dynamic landscape of the energy transition, this promising technology is also set to significantly curb emissions from the enduringly impactful oil and gas sector. Its significance is underscored by oil and gas’ continuing role in fulfilling the growing global energy demand over the coming decades.

Energy

09 October, 2023

DNV has launched new guidelines for Onboard Carbon capture Systems on board ships

DNV has published new guidelines for the safe installation of onboard carbon capture and storage (OCCS) system on board ships, amid growing pressure on the shipping industry to develop effective technologies to reduce emissions as part of the ongoing maritime energy transition.

Maritime