Political Leadership

  • Clarification as to which Commissioner will be responsible for delivering on the ambition, and how associated Commissioners and Directorates-General will be coordinated to contribute to its achievement.
  • An early, strong, statement confirming that the new Commission believes that CCS is indispensable to achieve climate neutrality, and indicating legislative measures that will be introduced to provide first movers with incentives to invest in the technology’s deployment.
  • The appointment of an envoy/coordinator to represent the Commission in working with Member State governments in promoting CCS investments, particularly when cross-border arrangements are required.