PeroCycle has appointed Grant Budge as its new CEO and opened a £4M seed round to fund pilot deployment and accelerate commercial growth. The technology converts CO2 into carbon monoxide using a perovskite-based catalyst, offering a closed-carbon-loop approach to deep decarbonisation within the steelmaking process.
Researchers developed a technology that efficiently converts carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide by precisely controlling the interaction between rhodium and a zinc-based carrier. This breakthrough enables selective conversion at lower temperatures than previously possible, increasing production rates of useful industrial materials.
Researchers at Notre Dame's School of Architecture and the Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society developed EcoSphere, an AI-powered platform that visualizes embodied carbon emissions. The tool helps city planners identify strategies to reduce carbon emissions through renovation and extended building life.
Researchers discovered that young secondary forests, aged between 20 and 40 years, exhibit the highest rates of carbon removal – locking away up to eight times more carbon per hectare than newly regenerating forests. Protecting existing young secondary forests offers immediate substantial carbon removal benefits.
The New Carbon Economy Consortium brings together experts from universities, national labs, NGOs, and industry leaders to develop a new economy that captures and stores more carbon than it emits. The consortium's vision is based on transforming carbon emissions into valuable resources, such as better chemicals and building materials.
A groundbreaking study reveals that small zooplankton like copepods and krill enhance carbon sequestration through seasonal migrations. These tiny creatures store around 65 million tonnes of carbon annually in the deep ocean.
A recent study reveals that soil viruses can enhance the accumulation of recalcitrant dissolved organic matter, leading to increased soil carbon sequestration. Viral mechanisms also highlight a novel coupled carbon and nitrogen cycling process, modulating soil greenhouse gas emissions.
Researchers found five periods of decreased ocean oxygen concentrations coinciding with increased carbon dioxide levels 300 million years ago. This discovery highlights human-driven carbon dioxide emissions as a significant threat to marine biodiversity.
The national carbon market in China integrates economic theory with international experience, covering sectoral coverage, cap setting, allowance allocation, and the MRV system. The market faces challenges including lack of an official phased development roadmap and effective market stability measures.
A new study reveals that rivers release around two gigatonnes of carbon each year, with over half coming from ancient carbon stores. This finding emphasizes the crucial part plants and shallow soil layers play in combating climate change.
A study uses a probabilistic life cycle approach to evaluate the carbon emission intensity of magnesium silicate hydrate cement (MSHC), finding that its low-carbon characteristics vary depending on mix proportions and Mg/Si ratio. Machine learning techniques improve accuracy and provide reliable scientific evidence for the construction...
A new study found that adopting low-carbon lifestyles can reduce global carbon footprints by 10.4 gigatons of CO2 equivalent, equivalent to 40.1% of household consumption-based emissions in 116 countries analysed. Researchers identified 21 low-carbon actions that could achieve this reduction if adopted by the top 23.7% of global emitters.
A new study reveals that the negative effects of the ozone hole on the Southern Ocean's carbon uptake are reversible, but only if greenhouse gas emissions rapidly decrease. The study found that as the ozone hole heals, its influence on the ocean's carbon sink diminishes, while the influence of greenhouse gas emissions rises.
Scientists are constructing novel three-dimensional (3D) carbon crystals with superhard, conducting, and porous properties through 'Lego'-style assembly of carbon units. Experimental breakthroughs have enabled the synthesis of various 3D carbon structures using different techniques.
A new sunlight-powered system mimics plants to separate carbon dioxide from industrial sources, reducing energy consumption and emissions. The process uses sunlight to make a stable enol molecule reactive enough to 'grab' the carbon, with potential applications in air carbon capture.
Research published in Global Change Biology found that tiger presence is associated with higher forest vegetation carbon stocks, lower carbon dioxide emissions, and higher carbon dioxide removal. Tiger density also seems to have a guardian effect to protect forests from deforestation and associated carbon emissions.
Despite a net gain of over 10,000 hectares in forest cover from 2000 to 2020, the Yangtze River Delta's forests experienced significant losses due to urbanization and agriculture. The study found that four times more carbon was emitted than taken up, highlighting the need for sustainable forest management.
A Yale-related nonprofit, Mati Carbon, has won the four-year, $100 million XPRIZE Carbon Removal competition with its method of crushed rocks to remove heat-trapping CO2 from the atmosphere. The process, called Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW), also improves soil health for farmers.
A recent study presents a novel approach to optimizing peer-to-peer coupled electricity and carbon trading among prosumers. The proposed framework achieves optimal electricity–carbon P2P trading, outperforming traditional market schemes in terms of economic benefits and carbon-emission reduction.
Researchers developed an electrochemical process to sequester carbon dioxide, transforming it into durable and fire-resistant materials. The resulting mineral-polymer composites demonstrate exceptional mechanical strength and fracture toughness, offering a promising solution for carbon-negative construction.
Recent studies have shown that most of the terrestrial carbon accumulation occurs in non-living pools, such as soil organic matter and bodies of water. The research team found that around 35 gigatonnes of carbon were sequestered on land between 1992 and 2019, with a 30% increase over the last decade.
A new study finds that the majority of carbon dioxide absorbed by ecosystems is stored in dead plant material, soils, and sediments. This discovery suggests that terrestrial carbon stocks are more resilient and stable than previously thought, with most carbon sequestered over the last three decades stored in nonliving organic matter.
Researchers have optimized an electrochemical method called seawater splitting to trap and sequester carbon dioxide into stable solid mineral deposits. The method allows for maximal mineral yield with minimal energy use, making it a promising pathway for transforming carbon dioxide into useful substances.
Forest age significantly affects bamboo forests' phytolith carbon sequestration, with mature forests accumulating more soil PhytOC. Karst bedrock enhances PhytOC accumulation in bamboo forests due to its high Si content and weak alkalinity. Soil available Si is a crucial factor influencing PhytOC accumulation.
A team of Rice and UH scientists discovered simple solutions to address a fundamental issue in carbon capture technology - carbon dioxide reduction reaction. They found that lowering the concentration of cations like sodium or potassium in the electrolyte slows down salt buildup, improving reactor stability.
A new study led by Colorado State University found that agricultural nitrogen fertilizer is the primary cause of seasonal carbon cycle swings. This discovery adds to scientific understanding of the carbon cycle and could help inform climate change mitigation strategies.
A recent study suggests China can achieve carbon neutrality by 2060 without relying on extensive negative-emission technologies. Renewable energy development and a transformed energy system will help the country reach its goal, supported by 2.1 billion tonnes of terrestrial ecosystem carbon sinks.
A new study estimates China's natural forests will continue to capture carbon, but at a slowing rate. The research reveals significant regional differences in carbon storage potential, with younger forests showing the largest increase.
A study published in Global Change Biology found that forests with multiple tree species store significantly more carbon than those with only one species. The Sardinilla experiment in Panama revealed that mixed-species forests sequester up to 57% more carbon in aboveground tree biomass.
A new study reveals that UK peatland fires are responsible for up to 90% of annual fire-driven carbon emissions, with emissions set to rise by at least 60% if the planet warms by 2°C. Researchers found that rewetting peatlands can help reduce carbon emissions and mitigate climate change.
Scientists at UMass Amherst accurately quantify coastal carbon storage using satellites, revealing 10 million cars' worth of carbon stored in top meter of soil and an additional 15,000-worth each year. The results are crucial for a resilient, low-carbon future, highlighting the potential for salt marshes to mitigate climate change.
A study analyzes the carbon emission drivers in Belt and Road Initiative countries, finding that economic development and population growth are major contributors. The research also highlights the importance of reducing energy intensity and carbon intensity in middle and high-income countries.
A recent report by Colorado State University reveals that the state's forests are emitting more carbon than they absorb, primarily due to insect and disease impacts. The study estimated that Colorado's forests stored 1,558 teragrams of carbon between 2010 and 2019.
This study explores fungal biomass's role in stabilizing carbon in soils, showing a strong correlation between microbial biomass and reactive mineral-associated carbon. Fungal necromass interacts with nanoparticles to further stabilize the carbon after death, proposing a new conceptual model for hypha-mineral interactions.
A year-long study in Antarctica found that krill's vertical migrations contribute less than 10% to deep ocean carbon sequestration, challenging conventional assumptions. The study suggests that traditional models overestimate the role of krill in carbon export, resulting in a 200% overestimation.
A new Oxford report suggests that a carbon storage mandate on fossil fuel producers could help the UK meet its climate targets while protecting public finances. The policy scenario explores requiring suppliers to permanently store rising percentages of their CO2 emissions.
A new study investigates how soil organic carbon is distributed across different latitudes and soil depths in tropical, subtropical, and temperate forests. Forests are critical carbon sinks, and understanding how carbon is stored in soil is essential for climate action.
Researchers from Max Planck Institute for Chemistry explain how carbon nanoparticles degrade in vehicle exhaust gases, with temperatures influencing reaction pathways. The study's findings have implications for synthetic fuels production and environmental innovation.
A study co-authored by Yale School of the Environment scientists found that directly measuring soil carbon can provide reliable evidence of how much carbon is being stored. This approach, coupled with suitable study designs, allows for feasible verification of climate-smart practices such as crop cover and reduced tillage.
A new study has found that diversified cropping systems can increase nitrogen supply in the soil, but do not lead to increased soil carbon levels. The study, published in Nature Sustainability, used stable carbon isotopes to analyze soil core emissions and found that decomposition rates were higher in longer rotations.
A new study published in Nature Communications provides fresh insights into China's carbon removal capacity through land-use, land-use change, and forestry. The researchers used an improved modeling approach to estimate the country's carbon removal from land-use changes, offering more accurate projections for future carbon removal.
Researchers estimate that human-made products store around 400 million tons of fossil carbon annually, equivalent to 9% of extracted fossil carbon. Recycling and increasing product lifetime can help reduce waste streams, while enacting policies to minimize landfill discharge is crucial.
A global study using teabags to measure carbon release from soil in wetlands found that warmer temperatures led to increased decay of organic matter, reducing carbon preservation. Freshwater and tidal marshes showed the highest potential for carbon storage.
A study by LMU Munich found that a clear majority of German citizens (73%) support carbon pricing, with the most popular model being one where all citizens receive an upfront sum equal to expected carbon revenues. The effect of carbon taxation on consumer decisions is underestimated.
Chemists at Ohio State University have developed a novel way to capture and convert carbon dioxide into methane, utilizing nickel-based catalysts and reducing the need for massive amounts of energy. This breakthrough could pave the way for more efficient climate mitigation technologies and help close the carbon cycle.
A new study quantifies each country's equal share of the remaining 1.5C carbon budget based on equal per capita historic emissions since 1990 and share of the remaining carbon budget. High-income countries have large carbon debts, while several upper-middle income countries have high future emissions.
The Berlin Declaration aims to achieve carbon neutrality through basic research and international cooperation. The declaration highlights the importance of developing effective measures to reduce CO2 emissions in all sectors, including energy and industry.
A new study reveals that increasing plant diversity in agriculture can significantly improve soil carbon retention by fostering stronger positive interactions between microbes. This practice not only promotes healthier ecosystems but also offers a viable solution for maintaining crop output while sequestering more carbon in soils.
Sedimentary organic carbon distribution varies by region in eastern China seas, with higher concentrations in mud areas. Organic carbon burial fluxes are calculated to be 8.20 Mt C a⁻¹, accounting for 5.3% of global seabed burial flux.
The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute will use the grant to apply a free, definitive standard for quantification of forest carbon everywhere. The project aims to provide accurate estimates of carbon storage and change in forests globally, enabling countries, companies, and landowners to offset their emissions.
Researchers present a novel method to remove and store atmospheric carbon using 'wood vaults', potentially reducing fossil fuel emissions. The approach could sequester up to 10 gigatons of CO2 annually, with an estimated initial cost of $100 to $200 per ton.
Researchers assessed the potential of two alternative methods in strengthening China's land carbon sink. Ozone control and litter removal showed significant gains in regional carbon sinks, with conservative forestation contributing up to 12 Pg C a^-1 by 2060. This can help limit temperature rise to below 2°C above preindustrial levels.
Researchers found that regrowing tropical forests on pastureland can reduce soil carbon emissions by nearly two-fold, offering a quick win in the fight against climate change. This unexpected finding is attributed to warmer temperatures experienced by soils in pastureland, which may explain higher carbon dioxide emissions.
A new study from the University of Leicester found that trees in logged tropical forests produce more carbon dioxide per unit area than those in unlogged forests. The researchers measured respiration in tree stems and estimated values for all trees in a one-hectare plot, showing higher carbon release levels in logged forests.
A recent study reveals that urban underground space (UUS) development can provide substantial carbon-sequestration potential through geothermal energy utilization. The research analyzes China's UUS development over two decades and concludes that long-term operation of metro systems can offer significant carbon-sequestration benefits.
Researchers at Pusan National University found compact cities reduce consumption-based carbon emissions through efficient public transportation, mixed land use, and pedestrian-friendly communities. This study supports the argument that compact city development is crucial for achieving carbon neutrality.
Researchers used tree regeneration patterns to predict changes in US forests' carbon stocks, finding that 29% will lose and 55% will replace carbon. This study identifies vulnerable areas and prioritizes strategies for resilient forest management.
Researchers evaluated current carbon sinks in Wensu County, identified spatial patterns, and developed ecological restoration strategies. The study found that southern foothills have the best carbon sequestration capacity, with proposed strategies to boost carbon sinks by integrating with other ecological goals
Research from Edith Cowan University finds that carbon assurance will likely become mandatory due to growing stakeholder demand and IFRS climate change disclosures. Companies with existing systems in place for tracking carbon emissions are expected to reap benefits, including increased shareholder investment.
A polyaniline catalyst coated in cobalt oxide nanoparticles has been developed to produce acetate through carbon dioxide electroreduction. The synergistic nature of the polyaniline and cobalt oxide combination enhances the transformation, resulting in improved crystallization and uniform deposits.