Unlocking CDR at Scale: The Role of Policy, Markets, and Demand

Carbon dioxide removal (CDR) solutions, from afforestation to carbon mineralisation, are critical to driving large-scale emissions reductions and achieving our low-carbon ambitions. The UK has a significant opportunity to lead globally in developing a robust, high-integrity CDR market that combines both engineered and nature-based approaches.

To unlock this potential, the sector requires clear policy direction, market certainty, and strong demand signals from both government and industry.

• What policy frameworks are needed to catalyse large-scale investment in CDR?

• How can corporate action accelerate market growth for trusted, high-quality CDR solutions?

• What role should public–private partnerships play in ensuring credibility and scaling delivery?