Capture: E:

There is no mention of a specific national carbon capture target, although it recognises its role in decarbonising Portuguese economies and industries.

Storage: C:

The fact that the NECP does mention that Portugal is assessing its potential for CO2 storage indicates that they are intent on developing storage on its territory, which would make this a C.

Transport: D

It emphasises the importance of developing a dedicated CO2 pipeline infrastructure to facilitate the transport of captured CO2 to storage sites or facilities where it can be utilised. The plan acknowledges that further spatial analysis is required to optimise transport routes and infrastructure, ensuring competitiveness between different forms of CO2 transport. Although, there is no specific target set for CO2 storage).

Funding: F

The report mentions existing EU funding opportunities for CCS but does not indicate any national mechanisms.