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Enhanced weathering carbon removal as a climate solution

The concept of Enhanced Weathering Carbon Removal is gaining momentum as a potentially significant method for removing billions of tonnes of CO₂ from the atmosphere, thus aiding global efforts to achieve net zero emissions and mitigate the most dangerous effects of climate change. This method involves spreading crushed silicate rocks, such as volcanic basalt, across …

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The role of permafrost dynamics in climate models

A recent commentary in Nature Climate Change, led by the Woodwell Climate Research Center and an international team of experts, has brought to light a significant issue in climate science: the inadequate representation of permafrost dynamics in climate models. This gap, largely due to funding limitations, is potentially skewing crucial climate predictions, which could have …

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The geothermal energy potential of Iceland’s magma chambers

Iceland is embarking on a groundbreaking venture into the geothermal energy potential of its magma chambers, poised to transform our understanding of renewable energy sources. The Geothermal Research Cluster (GEORG) in Reykjavík is leading this initiative, planning to drill into a magma chamber, an unprecedented move in geothermal exploration. This ambitious project is not just …

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Using AI to map ocean activities

The global economy is increasingly reliant on ocean-based industries, generating over $1.5 trillion annually and supporting 31 million jobs. This economic impact, stemming from sectors like fishing, shipping, and energy production, has grown exponentially in the past 50 years and is projected to double by 2030. However, managing this “blue acceleration” is challenging due to …

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