Report SC240034/R Environmental and social impacts from co-location of net zero subsurface activities
Publication Year
2026
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Details the potential impacts of locating net zero subsurface activities within the same or neighbouring geological settings. Covers: geological requirements for net zero technologies, combined geological potential for net zero technologies, potential environmental impacts from net zero technologies, potential environmental effects from combined subsurface net zero technologies, potential social impacts from combined subsurface net zero technologies, strategic planning, knowledge gaps and recommendations.
Document History
Document type: research and analysis. First published: 8 April 2026.
Author
Abel, L. et al
Publisher Information
Environment Agency
The Environment Agency is responsible for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales. They publish a range of technical guidance, reports, policies and research material to promote a cleaner and healthier place to live in.
