Carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology is a necessary component for meeting global climate change goals. Now Stockholm Exergi’s bio-CCS plant is attracting attention — as well as billions of kronor in funding from the Swedish state and companies like Microsoft. But some researchers have concerns about the technology that can act like a vacuum cleaner for carbon emissions. Listen to hear why. Related stories from around the North:Canada: Yukon gov’t again reports emissions down per resident, while total emissions climb, CBC NewsNorway: Northern Norway feels the consequences of record-high fossil fuel emissions, The Independent Barents ObserverSweden: Reducing emissions could create up to 3,000 new jobs in Arctic Sweden says mining group, Radio SwedenUnited States: IMO set for landmark vote on shipping emissions as Washington threatens reprisals, Eye on the Arctic

Source: CBC News April 06, 2026 16:59 UTC