Based in Switzerland, Climeworks specializes in direct air capture technology to remove CO2 from the atmosphere, which can then be stored underground or used in other applications. […]
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Enhancing Hydrogen Production with Bimetallic Photocatalysts
Researchers have developed a two-dimensional bimetallic catalyst combining platinum nanoparticles with a supercrystal structure of gold nanoparticles, showing a significant increase in hydrogen production from formic acid under visible light and solar irradiance. This catalyst capitalizes on the interaction between plasmonic and catalytic properties, where electric field intensity at ‘hotspots’ correlates with heightened catalytic activity, […]
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China’s Shift in Power Pricing: A New Dawn for Energy Storage
China is adjusting its electricity rates to favor energy storage systems over solar providers amidst a surge in solar capacity. Time-of-day pricing is being implemented across numerous provinces, reducing solar revenues during their peak generation but benefiting storage systems like batteries, which can capitalize on the fluctuating prices. This move reflects China’s challenge in balancing […]
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China: Nuclear-Powered Container Ship Design with Near-Zero Emissions
At the Marintec China 2023 expo, Jiangnan Shipyard, under China State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited, introduced the design for what is claimed to be the world’s largest nuclear-powered container ship. This 24000TEU-class vessel, boasting near-zero emissions, is powered by a Molten Salt Reactor (MSR) that operates at high temperatures and moderate pressures to significantly reduce the […]
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Test: Carbon Capture with Rock Dust on Farmland
A large-scale experiment, backed by a +57 US$ million investment from companies including Stripe and Alphabet, is set to explore the potential of using basalt rock dust on farmland to absorb atmospheric carbon. This natural process, known as enhanced rock weathering, entails spreading fine basalt dust across fields which then reacts with CO2 to form […]
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Japan Commits to Coal Reduction and International Aid at COP28
At COP28, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida committed to reducing Japan’s coal dependency and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. He announced plans to halt new coal plant construction without emission controls and to increase financial support for developing nations through international lenders. Kishida also pledged to work towards tripling global green power and to contribute […]
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COP28: Growing Focus on Carbon Capture Investments
At the COP28, European nations are pushing to phase out “unabated” fossil fuel use, advocating for carbon capture and storage (CCS) as part of the solution, while countries like Saudi Arabia support CCS as a key discussion point, potentially aiding an industry with only 41 active projects, mostly used for controversial enhanced oil recovery. Investor […]
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The Urgent Need to Scale Carbon Removal for Net Zero
In the linked interview Michelle You, cofounder of Supercritical, a carbon-accounting firm, emphasizes the critical role of carbon removal in achieving net zero emissions. With current global capacity for carbon removal at a fraction of the required billions of tons per year, You compares the nascent carbon removal industry to the early days of solar […]
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Canada Urges Japanese Investment in EV Battery Minerals
Canada is seeking increased investment from Japanese companies in the development of critical minerals for electric vehicle (EV) batteries, following a bilateral agreement aimed at facilitating Japanese automakers’ access to the U.S. market. Ambassador Ian McKay highlighted the significance of the deal signed in September, which is part of a strategy to establish sustainable and […]
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Climeworks Direct Air Capture Technology Explained (Video)
Climeworks employs direct air capture (DAC) technology to combat climate change by removing CO₂ directly from the atmosphere using renewable energy sources. The process involves drawing air into a collector, capturing CO₂ in a filter, and then heating it to release the gas for collection. The CO₂ is permanently stored underground by partners like Carbfix […]
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