Carbon capture utilisation & storage

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Carbon capture, utilisation and storage supports emissions reduction in hard to abate sectors and enables new uses for captured carbon. WSP helps organisations plan, design and deliver CCUS solutions by combining engineering, commercial and policy insight to support confident decisions from concept to operation.

How we help

We focus on the problems our clients care about most, from planning and design to operational readiness and climate resilience.

Shape credible CCUS options

Early-stage assessment of capture, transport, storage and utilisation pathways grounded in technical, commercial and regulatory context.

Engineer delivery ready solutions

Multidisciplinary engineering support from feasibility through design, procurement and delivery.

Build robust business cases

Economic and financial analysis, delivery models and risk assessment to support investment decisions.

Navigate policy and regulation

Clear interpretation of regulatory requirements and policy developments across energy, environment and industry.

Test assumptions through due diligence

Independent technical and commercial due diligence covering performance, impacts and delivery risk.

Develop CCUS hubs and utilisation pathways

Advice on shared infrastructure, clustering of sources and realistic carbon utilisation opportunities.

How we work

We combine carbon capture expertise with stakeholder insights to deliver actionable, people-focused plans.

Frame the opportunity

We start by understanding your objectives, emissions profile, and operating context. This includes identifying credible capture, transport, storage and utilisation pathways and clarifying how CCUS fits within broader decarbonisation strategies and system constraints.

Test options and assumptions

We assess technical feasibility, lifecycle emissions, regulatory alignment and commercial readiness across shortlisted options. Our work focuses on testing assumptions, understanding uncertainty and identifying the conditions under which projects become viable and investable.

Design integrated solutions

Guide clients with options that balance business goals, regulatory frameworks, and user experience. We bring together engineering, infrastructure, energy systems and environmental expertise to develop integrated CCUS solutions. This includes concept design, system integration and preparation for procurement and delivery, with a focus on scalability and long-term performance.

Build investment confidence

We support business case development, financial analysis and due diligence to help decision makers and investors understand risk, value and bankability. Our independent advice helps translate technical complexity into clear investment insight.

Enable delivery and scale

We stay engaged beyond strategy to support procurement, delivery assurance and the development of shared infrastructure and hubs. This helps clients move from individual projects to coordinated CCUS systems that can scale over time.

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WSP brings end-to-end CCUS engineering: pre-FEED to FEED, process and safety studies, integration and operability. We de-risk capture, transport and storage with rigorous design and due diligence.

Prashant Thapar — Technical Director, Low Carbon

Understanding factors like policy, operations and supply chains is just as important as the technical knowledge required for project development. It’s this blend of proven expertise we bring when we partner with organizations.

Dominic Cook — Technical Director, Investment and Transaction Advisory

Carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) is a vital tool to reduce emissions especially in hard-to-decarbonise sectors. It unlocks access to negative emissions and innovative products made from recycled carbon.

John Kelly — Principal Consultant, Heat Decarbonisation

Frequently asked questions

What sectors benefit most from carbon capture solutions?

Carbon capture is most relevant for sectors where process emissions are difficult to eliminate, including industry, power and waste.

Does WSP support both utilisation and storage pathways?

Yes. We assess utilisation and storage options based on technical readiness, infrastructure, demand and policy conditions.

Can you support projects beyond feasibility?

Yes. We support projects from early assessment through engineering, delivery support and due diligence. We also bring decades of experience in policy design and implementation, giving us full life cycle insight that adds value for investors and developers at any stage of their journey.