A network to improve the understanding of the processes required for deploying CCS projects.
Introduction
As Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) moves towards real large-scale demonstration projects around the world, it is important to recognise that from a regulatory, commercial and ethical perspective, consultation and communication with local stakeholder populations will be an essential part of any project.
There exists already a growing body of knowledge, expertise and experience in this area. The Carbon Capture and Storage Social Research Network (C2S2RN), formally organised after a pre-meeting of researchers and sponsored by the then UK DTI (now BERR), took place in London in January 2006.
The major aim of the C2S2RN was: to foster the conduct and dissemination of social science research related to CCS in order to improve understanding of public concerns as well as improve the understanding of the processes required for deploying CCS projects.
In 2009, the members of C2S2RN concluded that the IEA GHG R&D Programme would provide an appropriate home for it to grow, develop and deliver wider benefits to all concerned. Consequently this new IEA GHG Research Network is now established.
IEA GHG will utilise its expertise to provide support for this Social Research Network. This support is part of an agreement with GCCSI in Australia. IEA GHG will work with social science researchers from Australia, Europe, United States, Japan and elsewhere to facilitate the sharing of research knowledge and experiences on public perception, engagement and communication around CCS and CCS projects.
Upcoming Events
There are currently no planned upcoming events. Please check this page again soon for more information or contact the person below.
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Summary Reports
Summary reports from previous Network workshops are available.
Network contacts
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