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Revolutionary Wood Debris Method Could Capture 1,000 Gigatons CO2

6/26/2025

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Cornell University researchers have unveiled an innovative solution for carbon capture: burying wood debris. This low-cost method could sequester an astonishing 1,000 gigatons of CO2 over 76 years, aiding the U.S. in its quest for net-zero emissions by 2050. Additionally, it tackles wildfire risks and urban wood waste, though further testing is essential.

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Cornell University researchers have unveiled an innovative solution for carbon capture: burying wood debris. This low-cost method could sequester an astonishing 1,000 gigatons of CO2 over 76 years, aiding the U.S. in its quest for net-zero emissions by 2050. Additionally, it tackles wildfire risks and urban wood waste, though further testing is essential.