Ocean-based CDR – research under massive expectations

Ocean-based CDR – research under massive expectations: > In the search for ways out of the climate crisis, attention is increasingly focused on ocean-based methods to boost the removal of CO₂ from the atmosphere. However, much of the knowledge about the potentialities, feasibility and impacts of ocean-based CO₂ removal (CDR) is theoretical. Marine research is now expected to deliver solutions as swiftly as possible, but faces criticism, as well as competition from businesses whose primary goal is to generate revenue from ocean-based CDR.

An ocean of opportunity – or harmful hype?

> Climate change is inflicting ever more loss and damage around the globe – and while policy-makers and businesses seek ways to reduce emissions, they are still reluctant to take radical action. New research on ocean-based CDR now faces a challenge: it must develop a comprehensive approach to this multi-faceted topic as swiftly as possible. But can this be achieved without commercial interests coming to the fore? A code of conduct will be needed to avert unwanted developments.

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