The technological paradigm for growing trends of carbon utilization

Abstract

The world’s energy demand are growing but conventional fossil fuels such as oil, coal and natural gas are drying up at present. Meanwhile renewable energies are becoming more prevalent but are still a long way from being common place in many parts of the world. Under this circumstance, CCUS technologies could play a key role in abating CO2 emissions immediately. This study propose a concept of the carbon utilization technological paradigm (CUTP) which includes CUTP competition, CUTP diffusion and CUTP shift phases. This paper aims to apply technological paradigm theory to analyze the process of CUTP buildup, and to find out BECCS which is the future trajectory of carbon utilization technologies based on Web of Science, Note Express and Node Xl softwares. The regulatory framework in this paper provides scholars with new thoughts for their further studies. Our research also guide and accelerate development of carbon utilization technologies. It draws a conclusion that subsidies and incentives should be provided in specific fields such as capital costs and technological support. Finally, BECCS must be one of the integral energies buildup.