The chart highlights the global distribution of carbon capture capacity, with the United States leading significantly at 40.9%, capturing 22.5 million metric tons annually. Brazil follows with 19.3%, capturing 10.6 million metric tons. Notably, Canada and Australia both contribute 7.3%, capturing 4.0 million metric tons each. China, despite its large industrial base, captures 6.4%, equivalent to 3.5 million metric tons. The 'Rest of World' category, which includes various smaller contributors, also captures 3.5 million metric tons, indicating a collective effort from multiple nations. Qatar, Norway, Saudi Arabia, Algeria, and Russia contribute smaller percentages, highlighting the varied global engagement in carbon capture initiatives. This distribution underscores the need for increased capacity, as the current global capture is only 55 million metric tons, far from the 1,000 million metric tons needed by 2050 to meet net-zero targets. The data suggests a significant opportunity for emerging and developing countries to expand their carbon capture capabilities, potentially reshaping the global landscape of carbon management.
