CCS·CCUS 조기실현을 위한 일본의 대응과 시사점

Most countries are making various efforts to cope with global threats. One of them is to reduce carbon emissions. CCS and CCUS are important technologies that can reduce carbon and utilize carbon to convert into new energy among the technologies currently possessed by mankind. In addition, the commercialization of the technology is recognized not only for environmental protection but also for its very high economic value as an industry. Korea is also calling for carbon neutrality in line with this trend, but the movement to commercialize CCS and CCUS, which are very efficient technologies for carbon neutrality, is still very slow. The necessity or importance of the technology has long been recognized. In addition, plans were prepared a long time ago to prepare for commercialization. However, there is still no actual movement. On the other hand, the Japanese government is taking various and active responses to the practical use of the technology. The Korean government should not delay any more and actively respond to the commercialization of CCS and CCUS technologies. First, the relevant laws and regulations should be revised to lay the legal foundation for the commercialization of the technology. Second, active education, publicity, and information provision should be made to dispel public concerns about the technology and increase social acceptance. Finally, benefits such as tax reduction and exemption for attempts to commercialize related technologies and sufficient support for R&D will be needed.