Driving Green Port Development with Carbon Capture and Storage Applications and Prospects

Abstract

As global warming intensifies and extreme weather events occur more frequently, reducing greenhouse gas emissions has become a shared challenge for the international community. Against the urgent global backdrop of climate change mitigation, Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technology has emerged as a critical component of port decarbonization strategies. This paper comprehensively analyzes its multi-dimensional benefits—environmental, economic, and social—while critically examining the challenges related to high costs, potential environmental risks, and public acceptance barriers. In response, targeted optimization strategies encompassing technological advancement and policy coordination are proposed. The effective implementation of these strategies is essential for unlocking the full potential of CCS in the maritime sector. The study concludes that CCS technology holds significant potential for enabling deep decarbonization in ports, notwithstanding existing hurdles. To inform decision-making by port authorities and stakeholders, future research should pursue techno-economic assessments and explore the integration of CCS with smart port systems.