Miu, Luciana

Wells, Rebecca

Hill, Dan

Grebot , Ben

2026-05-20T11:44:20Z

2026-05

A systematic literature review and interviewing 20 expert stakeholders finds that perceptions can change quickly and vary depending on the context. There is a persistent public belief that CCS is immature or unproven at scale, which can exacerbate public concerns. Safety is a key concern, particularly at local level. Other important concerns include fossil lock-in, cost, and local disruption. Early, tailored, and sustained communication from credible messengers is highlighted as vital for public confidence in CCS.

https://era.ed.ac.uk/handle/1842/44726

https://doi.org/10.7488/era/7241

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Logika Group

2026-07-31

Public perceptions

public engagement

Carbon Capture and Storage

Public perceptions of Carbon Capture and Storage

Technical Report

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