About The Conference - Carbon Capture Canada

Thousands of Industry Influential Minds Come Together To Build a Low-Carbon Future

As global clean energy leadership shifts, Canada is gaining a competitive edge and stepping forward, backed by policymakers that sees CCUS as central to its dual identity as both a clean energy and conventional energy superpower.

Carbon Capture Canada 2025 brought together the leaders shaping this future, from investors and policymakers to Indigenous voices and technology innovators. Through plenaries, executive dialogues, and deep-dive sessions, the conversation focused on financial frameworks and global partnerships needed to scale CCS, the latest advancements in capture and storage, the growing role of AI, and the geopolitical factors shaping the sector.

This year’s convention was more than a gathering; it was a catalyst for Canada’s next chapter in clean energy leadership.

2025 Strategic Conference Program

2026 Express Interest

Key Conference Themes

Geopolitical Strategic Advantage

As global energy policy becomes increasingly fragmented, Canada is emerging as a stable, strategic hub for CCUS investment. While the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act initially catalyzed North American momentum, recent policy reversals have created uncertainty south of the border. In contrast, Canada’s CCUS Investment Tax Credit (ITC), combined with vocal support from leaders like Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford, signals a long-term commitment to decarbonization. But tax credits alone won’t deliver scale. Unlocking CCUS’s full potential requires cross-sector collaboration to overcome regulatory bottlenecks, de-risk private capital, and build public trust—especially in Indigenous and rural communities.

Capital Investment in Infrastructure

Canada’s CCUS infrastructure is gaining global attention, and Alberta is at the heart of it. With over 79,000 Mt of identified CO₂ storage potential, the province is home to flagship projects like the Pathways Alliance Cold Lake hub, Entropy’s Glacier Phase 2, and Shell’s Polaris and Quest facilities. These projects are not just proof of concept, they’re proof of confidence. Backed by major players like Cenovus, Imperial, and Shell, and supported by evolving provincial and federal frameworks, Alberta offers a uniquely investable environment for large-scale decarbonization. This pillar explored how capital is being mobilized to build the pipelines, hubs, and infrastructure that will define Canada’s low-carbon economy.

Technology & Innovation at Scale

From direct air capture (DAC) to modular CCS systems, Canada is becoming a launchpad for next-generation carbon technologies. Companies like Carbon Engineering, Svante, and CleanO2 are attracting global investment, while the Canada Growth Fund and Strategic Innovation Fund are helping scale promising solutions. But innovation isn’t just about invention, it’s about deployment. This pillar examined how to match the right technologies with the right applications, balancing cost, scalability, and emissions impact. The program featured deep dives into CO₂ utilization, DAC commercialization, and the role of AI and automation in optimizing capture systems.

Carbon Markets & Climate Finance

Canada is setting global precedents in carbon finance. The launch of the world’s first government-backed DAC offset protocol has legitimized carbon removal as a credible pathway to net zero. Deals like Microsoft and RBC’s purchase of 10,000 tonnes of carbon credits from Deep Sky signal growing corporate demand for high-integrity offsets. As voluntary and compliance markets evolve, Canada is well-positioned to lead, but only if it can ensure transparency, permanence, and Indigenous inclusion. This pillar explored how carbon markets can unlock billions in investment, drive innovation, and position Canada as a global hub for climate finance.

Connect with Global CCUS Leaders from Around the World

With international delegations from 11 countries including Austria, Norway, Germany, Spain, Singapore, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, the USA, UAE, and Thailand, Carbon Capture Canada fostered global collaboration in advancing carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies.

This year's conference convened international leaders, innovators, and policymakers to unlock new market opportunities, strengthen international partnerships, and accelerate the deployment of climate solutions on a global scale.

By showcasing global success stories and facilitating cross-border dialogue, the international presence at the convention promoted investment, innovation, and scalable strategies for a low-carbon future.

International delegations included: