Swedish Excellence cluster for CCUS
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | RISE Research Institutes of Sweden AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 1 496 809 |
| Project duration | October 2025 - March 2026 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Venture | Cluster of Excellence for Cutting-Edge Technologies - calls for proposals |
| Call | Visions for world-leading research and innovation in strategic technology areas |
Important results from the project
The project Swedish Excellence Cluster for CCUS (carbon capture, utilization and storage) was aiming to build the foundation for a Swedish excellence cluster within CCUS. This included conducting a stakeholder analysis, developing a draft roadmap for CCUS in Sweden, and building a strong consortium around CCUS. The companies´ view of CCUS as too expensive and energy-intensive clarifies the need for research and innovation to be able to implement CCUS on a large scale.
Expected long term effects
The project is intended to result in the formation of a CCUS excellence cluster in Sweden. Such a cluster is expected to lead to a number of positive effects: - Research, innovation and up-scaling of new solutions within CCUS & spinn-offs - Climate goals in Sweden and globally can be achieved through the implementation of CCUS techniques - Enhanced resilience through domestic fuel production in Sweden - Export revenues and jobs
Approach and implementation
The project was carried out through literature studies, interviews with around 60 companies and authorities, a major research workshop, and roadmapping work. The scope of the project was broadened as new information became available about the call for proposals for clusters of excellence. More actors, especially on the research side, were engaged in the project.