Building Nigeria’s CCS Future: Lessons From Other Jurisdictions

Introduction 

An effective legal framework for Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) must address the lifecycle of a storage project, from authorisation and site selection to injection, monitoring, closure and long-term responsibility for stored carbon dioxide. Different jurisdictions have adopted various approaches to regulating these activities, and a comparative analysis of their approaches can help in identifying mechanisms that may be adapted to suit Nigeria’s legal and institutional context. This article examines selected aspects of the Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) regulatory frameworks in Norway, the United Kingdom, Australia, the European Union and Alberta, Canada, before considering the key lessons they offer for developing a fit-for-purpose CCS regime in Nigeria.