Is Carbon Capture a Climate Solution or a Fossil Fuel Lifeline?

This analysis examines the energy costs associated with Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), highlighting the parasitic energy load required to operate these systems. It argues that using fossil fuels to power carbon capture can create a cycle of ongoing emissions. The piece contrasts corporate claims about CCS milestones with IPCC guidelines, which suggest carbon removal should be a last resort for hard-to-abate industries rather than a primary strategy for the energy sector.