This review paper by Ifeanyi Onyedika Ekemezie and Wags Numoipiri Digitemie from Shell Energy, Nigeria Plc, provides a comprehensive examination of Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU) technologies. The authors highlight the current state of CCU, focusing on emerging applications and the challenges associated with their implementation. The paper covers various carbon capture methods, including pre-combustion, post-combustion, and direct air capture, and discusses key advancements in technologies such as chemical absorption, membrane separation, and adsorption. It also explores the diverse pathways of carbon utilization, such as the production of fuels, carbon-based materials, and chemical synthesis. The authors delve into the potential economic and environmental benefits of CCU, particularly in agriculture, soil enhancement, and integration with renewable energy systems. However, they also identify technical hurdles related to efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness, as well as regulatory, policy, and societal challenges. The paper concludes by outlining future prospects and opportunities in CCU, emphasizing the need for continued research, development, and international collaboration to overcome these challenges and harness the full potential of CCU in contributing to global carbon reduction goals.This review paper by Ifeanyi Onyedika Ekemezie and Wags Numoipiri Digitemie from Shell Energy, Nigeria Plc, provides a comprehensive examination of Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU) technologies. The authors highlight the current state of CCU, focusing on emerging applications and the challenges associated with their implementation. The paper covers various carbon capture methods, including pre-combustion, post-combustion, and direct air capture, and discusses key advancements in technologies such as chemical absorption, membrane separation, and adsorption. It also explores the diverse pathways of carbon utilization, such as the production of fuels, carbon-based materials, and chemical synthesis. The authors delve into the potential economic and environmental benefits of CCU, particularly in agriculture, soil enhancement, and integration with renewable energy systems. However, they also identify technical hurdles related to efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness, as well as regulatory, policy, and societal challenges. The paper concludes by outlining future prospects and opportunities in CCU, emphasizing the need for continued research, development, and international collaboration to overcome these challenges and harness the full potential of CCU in contributing to global carbon reduction goals.