Publications
At Carbon Balance, we publish strategic insights, policy proposals, and expert analysis to advance climate policy. From reports and policy briefs to science explainers, our work supports the design of robust, science-based regulation that delivers real progress toward net zero.
Beyond the Pledge: Geological Carbon Storage in NDC 3.0 and the Limits of Tracking International Pledges
A briefing assessing the role of geological carbon storage in NDC 3.0, complemented with reflections on the limits of tracking international pledges.
One Region, Many Transitions - CBAM and Carbon Pricing in the Western Balkans
A report assessing how Western Balkan countries can use carbon pricing to respond to EU CBAM, protect competitiveness, and align their economies with future European carbon markets.
Establish a geological net zero pathway in the NDCs
Briefing note on the opportunity to establish a Geological Net Zero pathway in NDCs and LT-LEDS, including an explainer on the science and three actionable changes for revised NDCs.
Carbon storage as an issue of corporate responsibility
Policy brief on the justice perspective on the carbon capture and storage, carbon dioxide removal and the role of a Carbon Takeback Obligation to hold oil and gas companies accountable.
From Zero to Hero: CMC as an ambitious climate lever
Commentary on the Carbon Management Challenge (CMC) and its potential to become an ambitious climate lever for scaling up global geological storage capacity.
Markets & Mandates: How to drive CCS deployment?
Briefing note on the role of markets and mandates in driving CCS deployment at scale, introducing a novel typology and relevance to COP28 negotiations.
Navigating net zero, CCS, CDR & fossil fuel phase-out
Briefing note on navigating net zero, CCS, CDR and fossil fuel phase-out in international negotiations, focusing on myth busting and credibility considerations.
Putting the brakes on fossil fuels with active management
Brief on fossil carbon management and how to put the brakes on fossil fuels with a managed phase-out plan

