Northern Gritstone has invested up to £10 million in C-Capture, a UK-based carbon capture technology firm, to support the commercialization and scaling of its innovative CO₂ removal solutions.

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C-Capture, a pioneering company based in Leeds, has developed a patented solvent-based technology that provides a safe and cost-effective method for capturing carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from various industries. Founded in 2009 as a spin-off from the University of Leeds' School of Chemistry, C-Capture has received backing from both private investors and the UK Government, allowing it to advance its innovative carbon capture solutions.

The company’s technology is designed to significantly reduce CO₂ emissions from industrial processes, offering robust and efficient solutions even in hard-to-abate sectors. C-Capture’s proprietary solvents enable effective removal of carbon dioxide at the source, making its approach not only economically viable but also environmentally sustainable.

Industry Overview in the UK

The carbon capture industry has gained traction in the UK, particularly as the government has prioritized initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. With the recent announcement of £20 billion in funding to support the devel