The global carbon dioxide removal (CDR) market is poised for substantial growth, with a projected CAGR of 20% from 2023 to 2030. By the end of this period, the market value is anticipated to reach approximately US$1.5 billion, reflecting the increasing urgency to combat climate change.
Advancements in CDR Technology: Key players are leveraging business expansion, partnerships, collaborations, and joint ventures to advance CDR technologies. For instance, Occidental Petroleum Corp. and Carbon Engineering Ltd. are constructing a carbon removal plant using direct air capture technology, aiming to remove 500,000 tonnes of CO2 annually.
Quality of CDR Solutions: Ensuring high-quality CDR solutions is crucial to avoid reputational risks and ensure desired climate impact. Eight environmental integrity drivers play a pivotal role in determining carbon credits' quality.
Biochar: Biochar remains a prominent segment in the CDR market, produced through pyrolysis at high temperatures. Despite its long-lasting carbon sequestration potential, concerns about extensive production persist.
Technology Sector: The technology category is set to rise significantly in the CDR market due to increasing projects and applications, including carbon capture and storage in enhanced oil recovery projects.
Europe's Growing Market: Europe's CDR market is experiencing significant growth, driven by government policies and increasing awareness of forestation. Certification and pricing structures for CO2 removals are creating opportunities for environmentally friendly technologies.
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Addressing the Climate Crisis
To meet net-zero emissions targets and avert the dire consequences of global warming exceeding 1.5-2°C, the adoption of CDR technologies is becoming imperative. Climate models suggest that achieving the goals set in the Paris Agreement is nearly impossible without robust CDR efforts. Consequently, there is growing interest and support from academia, governments, investors, businesses, and environmental organizations. Anticipated government policies, increased investment, and collaboration among stakeholders are expected to drive the expansion of the CDR market.Market Dynamics
While the CDR market shows immense promise, several challenges hinder its growth. High energy costs associated with certain technologies and the absence of robust monitoring, reporting, and verification systems are among the hurdles. Additionally, the role of CDR in the climate transition remains a subject of debate, with the need for well-regulated, predictable, and environmentally sound practices emphasized.Key Report Findings
Growing Demand for Nature-based CDR Solutions: Nature-based solutions, particularly land-based ones, currently dominate the CDR supply due to their cost-effectiveness and maturity. However, their long-term sustainability and robust quantification methods are under scrutiny.Advancements in CDR Technology: Key players are leveraging business expansion, partnerships, collaborations, and joint ventures to advance CDR technologies. For instance, Occidental Petroleum Corp. and Carbon Engineering Ltd. are constructing a carbon removal plant using direct air capture technology, aiming to remove 500,000 tonnes of CO2 annually.
Quality of CDR Solutions: Ensuring high-quality CDR solutions is crucial to avoid reputational risks and ensure desired climate impact. Eight environmental integrity drivers play a pivotal role in determining carbon credits' quality.
Overview of Key Segments
Direct Air Capture (DAC) Technologies: Direct air capture is expected to hold a significant share of the CDR market in 2022. Investments are being made globally in DAC technology, with the potential to remove large amounts of CO2 from the atmosphere.Biochar: Biochar remains a prominent segment in the CDR market, produced through pyrolysis at high temperatures. Despite its long-lasting carbon sequestration potential, concerns about extensive production persist.
Technology Sector: The technology category is set to rise significantly in the CDR market due to increasing projects and applications, including carbon capture and storage in enhanced oil recovery projects.
Growth Opportunities Across Regions
North America Dominates: North America continues to lead the CDR market, benefiting from government incentives, industry investments, and research and development initiatives. The United States, in particular, is actively promoting CDR technologies domestically and internationally.Europe's Growing Market: Europe's CDR market is experiencing significant growth, driven by government policies and increasing awareness of forestation. Certification and pricing structures for CO2 removals are creating opportunities for environmentally friendly technologies.
Competitive Landscape
Leading players in the CDR market include Climeworks, Global Thermostat, Carbon Engineering Ltd., Arca, Cella Mineral Storage Inc., Bussme Energy AB, Carbofex Ltd., Oregon Biochar Solutions, Wakefield BioChar, Novocarbo GmbH, Carbicrete, Neustark Ag, Ebb Carbon, CarbonCure Technologies Inc., CarbonFree, Carbfix hf., Blue Planet Systems, Pacific Biochar Benefit Corporation, HEIMDAL, and Charm Industrial.This product will be delivered within 1-3 business days.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Market Overview
3. Global Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Market Outlook, 2018 - 2030
4. North America Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Market Outlook, 2018 - 2030
5. Europe Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Market Outlook, 2018 - 2030
6. Asia Pacific Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Market Outlook, 2018 - 2030
7. Latin America Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Market Outlook, 2018 - 2030
8. Middle East & Africa Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Market Outlook, 2018 - 2030
9. Competitive Landscape
10. Appendix
Companies Mentioned
- Climeworks
- Global Thermostat
- Carbon Engineering Ltd.
- Arca
- Cella Mineral Storage Inc.
- Bussme Energy AB
- Carbofex Ltd.
- Oregon Biochar Solutions
- Wakefield BioChar
- Novocarbo GmbH
- Carbicrete
- Neustark Ag
- Ebb Carbon
- CarbonCure Technologies Inc.
- CarbonFree
- Carbfix hf.
- Blue Planet Systems
- Pacific Biochar Benefit Corporation
- HEIMDAL
- Charm Industrial
Methodology
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