The Government of Alberta

CCUS Insight Accelerator

A partnership between the Government of Alberta and the International CCS Knowledge Centre

The CCUS Insight Accelerator (CCUSIA) is a strategic partnership between the Government of Alberta and the International CCS Knowledge Centre aimed at accelerating and de-risking carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) projects. By leveraging industry expertise and real-world project learnings, this initiative provides valuable insights for stakeholders navigating the complexities of CCUS development.

The CCUS Insight Accelerator facilitates knowledge sharing and enhances understanding of CCUS technologies, project economics, and regulatory frameworks. By analyzing lessons learned from past and ongoing CCUS projects, the initiative helps stakeholders address key technical and economic challenges, develop best practices, and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.

Ultimately, the CCUS Insight Accelerator plays a crucial role in advancing Alberta’s leadership in CCUS by enabling informed investment decisions and fostering the growth of a low-carbon economy.

0 Mt. of CO2 captured to date

Equivalent to removing 8.8 million cars from the road!

0 Mt. of CO2 stored to date

Equivalent to planting 2.3 billion trees on earth!

Canada’s Carbon Scorecard

To date, Canada has been a leader in the first generation of global CCS development, with five of the 30 commercial CCS projects in the world.
*Data collected as of January 31, 2025 

Tools & Materials

Flue Gas Calculator

Understanding flue gas composition is key to optimizing a carbon capture system. Detailed characterization helps systems perform better and adapt to real-world conditions.

CCS in Canada

Explore the latest carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) projects across Canada with this interactive map.

Project Lifecycle

The project lifecycle is a comprehensive framework that guides each phase of a project, from initial conception through to completion and beyond. Understanding this lifecycle is crucial for effectively managing resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring successful outcomes.

Boundary Dam 3 Carbon Capture & Storage Facility 

A Global First in CCS Technology SaskPower’s Boundary Dam 3 CCS Facility (BD3), located near Estevan, Saskatchewan, Canada is the world’s first fully-integrated and full-chain post-combustion carbon capture and storage (CCS) facility on a coal-fired power plant.

Carbon Capture and Storage at A Glance

A glance at the process of carbon capture and storage in a bite-size infographic.

Path of CO2 Through the Amine-Based Capture Process

Follow the path of CO2 through an amine-based capture process in this detailed infographic.

The CCUS Insight Accelerator (CCUSIA) is a partnership between the Government of Alberta and the International CCS Knowledge Centre to accelerate and de-risk CCUS by sharing knowledge and developing insights from projects.