New Delhi, 4 December (H.S.): In a major step toward achieving its ambitious net zero carbon emission target by 2070, India has unveiled its first Research and Development (R&D) roadmap for advancing Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) technology.
According to the Ministry of Science and Technology, the roadmap has been prepared by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and was released by the Government’s Principal Scientific Adviser, Professor Ajay Kumar Sood.Professor Sood described the roadmap as a crucial blueprint for collaborative climate action and sustainable innovation.
“This roadmap will encourage collective efforts toward climate solutions and help chart the path for future investments. It will significantly reduce carbon pollution, improving air quality and strengthening India’s global image as a responsible nation,” he said, adding that it marks a vital step toward realizing the vision of Developed India 2047.
DST Secretary Professor Abhay Karandikar emphasised that the government aims to integrate both emerging and existing technologies to accelerate progress in the CCUS domain. He noted that an investment outlay of ₹1 lakh crore will stimulate innovation by private enterprises, promoting industry involvement in low-carbon technologies and clean energy solutions.
The event was attended by representatives from academia, research institutions, government bodies, international partners from various embassies, and industry leaders from energy, manufacturing, steel, and cement sectors.
Experts highlighted that CCUS technology is particularly critical for industries where reducing carbon emissions remains challenging.By capturing and reusing carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere, the technology aims to pave the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future — one aligned with India’s long-term climate commitments and global environmental leadership.
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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar
