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Innovating direct air capture for carbon dioxide removal

Learn how our research is contributing to a robust evidence base to analyse the potential benefits, limitations, and challenges associated with direct air capture and storage (DACS).

Could the ocean have a climate solution in store?

Our scientists are probing deeper around the opportunities and risks for carbon dioxide removal in the ocean using an area of science called genomics.

Microalgae gaining traction in carbon dioxide removal community

Could microscopic plants help fix the climate? We think so. Our progress in this space was recently showcased at AlgaEurope 2024.

Knowing your stakeholders is key to responsible carbon dioxide removal governance

In our new paper, we offer a practical approach to handling the diverse interests of different groups involved in carbon dioxide removal technologies.

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Plans to stabilise Earth’s climate rely on emerging carbon removal technology – we need to get moving

Efforts to reduce emissions and decarbonise industry must be combined with new technology that removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Australia can build an industry around this service.

Earth is heating up – but could the solution be right beneath our feet?

We’re exploring Enhanced Rock Weathering to speed up natural sequestration processes, with Australia’s agricultural soils showing great potential for tackling climate change.

Calcite: the versatile mineral shaping the future of carbon removal

Calcite, one of Earth's most common carbonate minerals, is key to both ancient formations and cutting-edge climate solutions.

Fieldwork in Woodbridge, Tasmania

We are planning to conduct a carefully planned, safe, small-scale experiment in Woodbridge, Tasmania in late 2024.

WATCH: Enhancing the ocean’s natural ability to sequester carbon dioxide

Enhancing the ocean’s natural alkalinity (youtube.com)

Explainer: What is ocean alkalinity enhancement?

The ocean is already the largest store of carbon dioxide on the planet and has the potential to store even more. Learn about ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE) and our research focus in this area.