New Delhi, May 15 -- In a significant stride towards achieving a carbon-neutral economy by 2070, the Department of Science and Technology (DST) has launched five Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) testbeds in the cement sector.

These testbeds form a pioneering research and innovation cluster, marking a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at curbing industrial carbon emissions.

In a press release, DST stated the move aligns with India's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and supports the transition of heavy industries toward net-zero emissions.

Cement, being one of the most carbon-intensive sectors, stands to benefit significantly from this initiative.

CCU technology is designed to capture carbon dioxide from industrial proces...