The European Union has introduced the world’s first voluntary standard for certifying permanent carbon removals, providing clear methodologies for projects that remove CO₂ from the atmosphere and store it long-term - a critical step for credible corporate climate strategies.
The first methodologies cover:
· Direct Air Capture with Carbon Storage (DACCS)
· Biogenic capture with carbon storage (BioCCS)
· Biochar carbon removal
The framework defines how removals are measured, permanence ensured, and risks managed, creating transparent, consistent criteria to prevent low-integrity claims. This forms part of the EU Carbon Removals and Carbon Farming (CRCF) Regulation, supporting investment in high-quality removals and Europe’s 2050 climate neutrality goals.
Implications for Organisations
As carbon removal becomes certifiable, companies increasingly need specialist talent in engineering, environmental consultancy, and sustainability roles to deliver these projects.
Allen & York specialises in recruiting across Environment, Energy, Sustainability & ESG, and Health & Safety. Our networks enable organisations to access the expert professionals needed to implement and scale carbon removal projects quickly, helping them meet regulatory requirements and seize market opportunities.
Partnering with a specialist recruiter ensures you don’t just fill roles - you secure the expertise that drives innovation, credibility, and long-term climate success.
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