Land Based Carbon Management

In February 2026, the Federal Court of Australia in Australasian Centre for Corporate Responsibility (ACCR) v Santos, dismissed multiple claims against Santos Limited, a major Australian energy company, concerning the veracity of its carbon management projections.

A limited amount of carbon capture, hydrogen and nuclear power are used in the “hard-to-abate” sectors, such as heavy industry, for long-duration reliable electricity supply, and to supply chemical fuels for long-distance shipping and aviation.

Achieving net-zero climate targets requires some level of carbon dioxide removal. Current assessments focus on tonnes of CO2 removed, without specifying what form these removals will take. Here, we show that countries’ climate pledges require approximately 1 (0.9–1.1) billion ha of land for removals.

In today's rapidly changing world, it has become more crucial than ever for businesses to take steps towards reducing their carbon footprint. By implementing sustainable practices, companies can not only lessen their impact on the environment but also benefit their bottom line in the long run. Here are some effective strategies that businesses can adopt to minimize their carbon footprint: Energy Efficiency: One of the most impactful ways for a business to reduce its carbon fo