5 things to know about carbon mineralization, a new approach to carbon removal

Jul 3, 2023

Carbon mineralization has the potential to remove significant amounts of CO2 from the atmosphere. Image: Pexels/Guduru Ajay Bhargav

Danielle Riedl

Research Analyst II, Industrial Innovation & Carbon Removal, WRI

Zachary Byrum

Associate II, Carbon Removal and Industrial Decarbonization, WRI

Katie Lebling

Associate II, Carbon Removal and Industrial Decarbonization, WRI

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Rock minerals undergo a reaction with CO2, resulting in stable carbonates that securely capture and store emissions. Image: World Resources Institute

Sources of CO2 and types of alkaline feedstock used in enhanced carbon mineralization approaches. Image: World Resources Institute

Carbon mineralization uses CO2 from a variety of sources and combines it with alkaline materials to form carbonate minerals. Image: World Resources Institute

Carbon mineralization approaches encompass techniques such as in situ, ex situ, and subficial processes. Image: World Resources Institute

Carbon mineralization can be used to store carbon dioxide from power plants, industrial facilities, and other sources. Image: CarbonCure Technologies

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