The UK government has announced a substantial funding of nearly £22 billion for carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects, with a focus on industrial areas such as Teeside and Merseyside. This initiative aims to support the development of new CCS clusters, targeting the capture of 8.5 million tonnes of CO2 emissions annually from hydrogen production, gas power generation, and waste-to-energy processes. The funding, spread over 25 years starting from 2028, intends to secure captured emissions in empty gas fields in the North Sea and Liverpool Bay. The Offshore Energies UK report has highlighted the UK's potential to lead in carbon storage in Europe, with storage capacity of 78 billion tonnes of CO2, offering job creation and aiding industry transition. The funding announcement has received positive feedback from unions and industry representatives, recognizing the creation of job opportunities, support for industry transitions, and reduction of carbon emissions. While the news has been generally well-received, there have been setbacks such as ExxonMobil halting its Solent CO2 Pipeline Project due to lack of supportive government policies and market conditions. Despite this, the UK's commitment to CCS projects remains strong, aiming to create direct jobs, attract private investments, and establish the first large-scale hydrogen production plant. The investment is seen as crucial for achieving the UK's clean energy goals by 2030 and the net-zero emissions target by 2050. The government's decision has been praised for its potential to drive industrial competitiveness, job creation, and support for climate goals, despite challenges faced in the implementation of certain projects.