While carbon dioxide gets the most attention, other potent greenhouse gases are significantly contributing to global warming. This article delves into the sources, impacts, and efforts to reduce these gases, highlighting the need for comprehensive climate action beyond CO2 reduction.
A team of researchers from the University of Tokyo has developed a revolutionary method for creating renewable concrete bricks using recycled building materials and captured carbon dioxide. This innovative process offers a promising solution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions within the construction industry, which is a major contributor to climate change.
Climeworks, a pioneer in carbon capture technology, has launched a massive direct air capture and storage (DAC+S) plant in Iceland. The Mammoth plant, ten times larger than Climeworks’ previous facility, has the capacity to remove up to 36,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide from the air annually. By utilizing Iceland’s abundant geothermal energy, the plant offers a scalable solution for combating climate change.
Dairy cows contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions through methane released from their burps and farts. A new study suggests that breeding cows to emit less methane could be a viable strategy to mitigate climate change. By incorporating methane reduction into breeding objectives, farmers can permanently lower methane emissions from dairy herds.
